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Alcochete Lighthouse Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇵🇹Sacavém, PTOperational

Location & Light Range

About Alcochete Lighthouse Lighthouse

Constructed of concrete, the Alcochete Lighthouse is a cylindrical white tower standing 7.5 meters tall. It was built and first lit in 2006. The lighthouse features a gallery and a small lantern at its summit. Its white light emits a single flash every 5 seconds, visible for 11 nautical miles. The tower is situated at the end of a long public pier in Alcochete, on the south bank of the Rio Tejo, east of Almada. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse serves as a navigational aid for vessels approaching or departing the Alcochete Pier on the Rio Tejo estuary.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2006

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical white concrete tower with gallery and a small lantern

Location

City
Sacavém
Country
🇵🇹Portugal
Region
Lisbon
Sea Region
Located at the end of a long public pier at Alcochete, a municipality east of Almada on the south side of the Rio Tejo.
Latitude
38.7569°
Longitude
-8.9663°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Lisboa(7.5 km)
Admiralty No.
D2137.9.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Alcochete Lighthouse Lighthouse at night?+
Alcochete Lighthouse displays the characteristic Fl White 5s. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Alcochete Lighthouse Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Alcochete Lighthouse Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is BARREIRO at 8.2 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Lisboa (9.3 NM WSW), ALMADA (9.6 NM WSW), COVA DA PIEDADE (9.9 NM WSW), Coina (10.2 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Alcochete Lighthouse Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Alcochete Lighthouse Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
How can I track vessels near Alcochete Lighthouse Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Alcochete Lighthouse Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.