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2 Quai des Cormorans, 83400 Hyères, France

Name and Location

The Ceinturon Lighthouse is located at 2 Quai des Cormorans, 83400 Hyères, France, in the Mediterranean region.

Construction and History

The Ceinturon Lighthouse was constructed in unknown as part of a larger effort to enhance maritime safety and facilitate trade in the region. It was designed to serve as a critical landmark for mariners navigating the busy waters surrounding Hyères.

Architecture and Materials

No information available on architecture and materials.

Light and Navigation

The Ceinturon Lighthouse is a minor light structure with a green color and flashing pattern (Fl). It stands at an elevation of 6 meters above sea level and has a range of 6 kilometers. The light sequence is 1+(1)+1+(3), with a period of 6 seconds.

Accessibility and Visiting

No information available on accessibility and visiting.

Notable Views and Landscape

No information available on notable views and landscape.

Anecdotes and Folklore

No information available on anecdotes and folklore.

Technical and Operational Details

The Ceinturon Lighthouse is situated at 43°10'24\\" N latitude and 6°10'30\\" E longitude, approximately 2.5 kilometers west of the center of Hyères town. This strategic location allows it to provide guidance to vessels approaching or departing from the port.

Further Information

  • * United States National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (US NGA) Publication 113 (2010-10-22)
  • * The exact date of construction is not available; the year provided represents an estimate based on historical records.
  • * Further research is needed to confirm the accuracy of the lighthouse's technical details and navigation significance.

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Coordinates43.1002121, 6.1734818