Lighthouse of Annaba
About This Museum
Perched right on the edge of the Mediterranean in Annaba, this isn't your typical museum; it's a working lighthouse that feels like a step back in time. You can almost hear the echoes of ships' horns and feel the salty breeze that has buffeted its walls for over a century. The main draw is climbing up into the lantern room itself, where the original, magnificent Fresnel lens apparatus still commands a breathtaking 360-degree view of the harbor and coastline. It’s a place that truly captures the romantic, lonely vigil of a lighthouse keeper.
Collection Highlights
The star of the show is the stunning, multi-prism Fresnel lens, a complex masterpiece of 19th-century optics that once cast its powerful beam far out to sea. You'll also find old maritime charts and navigational tools that tell the story of guiding ships safely to shore.
Visitor Information
Heads up, it's an active coast guard station, so public access can be limited—it's best to check locally for any visiting hours or special openings before you make the trip.
Architecture & Building
A classic, sturdy stone tower painted a brilliant white, standing tall and resilient against the coastal elements with a very functional, no-nonsense design.
Contact & Location
Address: Annaba ⵄⴻⵍⵍⴰⴲⴰ عنابة, Daïra Annaba, Annaba, 23000, Algérie ⵍⵣⵣⴰⵢⴻⵔ الجزائر
Phone: +213 21 39 68 85
