Tourelle du Ronquet

Location and AccessibilityThe Tourelle du Ronquet is situated at Charrière des Saulx, Agon-Coutainville, France. The lighthouse can be accessed by road or on foot.

History

The Tourelle du Ronquet has a long history dating back to 1649. It was reportedly built during this time period as part of the French maritime defense system.

Architecture and Construction Materials

The tower is constructed from stone, with a height of 11 meters (36 feet). The lighthouse features two distinct light sources: one emitting a white beam with a range of 6 nautical miles, and another emitting a red beam with a range of 4 nautical miles. The light characteristics also include a period of 6 minutes.

Light Characteristics

The Tourelle du Ronquet's primary light source is a Fl (first order) light, visible from a distance of 6 nautical miles in the direction of the white beam. A secondary red Fl light is also present, with a range of 4 nautical miles and a period of 6 minutes.

Current Status

The Tourelle du Ronquet remains an active aid to navigation, although its operation may be automated.

Heritage Status

The lighthouse has been recognized as part of France's cultural heritage.

• Location and Accessibility: The Tourelle du Ronquet is situated at Charrière des Saulx, Agon-Coutainville, France. The lighthouse can be accessed by road or on foot.
• History: The Tourelle du Ronquet has a long history dating back to 1649. It was reportedly built during this time period as part of the French maritime defense system.
• Architecture and Construction Materials: The tower is constructed from stone, with a height of 11 meters (36 feet). The lighthouse features two distinct light sources: one emitting a white beam with a range of 6 nautical miles, and another emitting a red beam with a range of 4 nautical miles. The light characteristics also include a period of 6 minutes.
• Light Characteristics: The Tourelle du Ronquet's primary light source is a Fl (first order) light, visible from a distance of 6 nautical miles in the direction of the white beam. A secondary red Fl light is also present, with a range of 4 nautical miles and a period of 6 minutes.
• Current Status: The Tourelle du Ronquet remains an active aid to navigation, although its operation may be automated.
• Heritage Status: The lighthouse has been recognized as part of France's cultural heritage.