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Araranguá (Morro dos Conventos) Lighthouse

Fl (3) White 20s🇧🇷Araranguá, BROperational

Location & Light Range

About Araranguá (Morro dos Conventos) Lighthouse

Constructed in 1953, the Araranguá lighthouse features a cylindrical concrete tower measuring 8 meters in height. The structure is colored white with one wide black horizontal stripe. Its light, situated at a focal height of 85 meters, produces three white flashes over a 20-second period. This light has a visibility range of 23.2 nautical miles. The lighthouse is situated on Morro dos Conventos, a rocky prominence near the terminus of Rua Atlântica in Araranguá. Access to the grounds is permitted, but entry into the tower is not allowed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the coastal area near Morro dos Conventos, assisting vessels navigating the southern shores of Brazil.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) White 20s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
20s
Raw Code
Fl(3) W 20s
Focal Height
85m
Geographic Range
23.2NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1953

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a broad black horizontal band
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower, painted white with a broad black horizontal band

Location

City
Araranguá
Country
🇧🇷Brazil
Region
Santa Catarina
Sea Region
Morro dos Conventos, a rocky bluff overlooking the beach, at the end of Rua Atlântica in Araranguá, about 80 km southwest of Laguna.
Latitude
-28.9349°
Longitude
-49.3626°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Torres(30.3 km)
ARLHS No.
BRA-007
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Araranguá (Morro dos Conventos) Lighthouse at night?+
Araranguá (Morro dos Conventos) displays the characteristic Fl (3) White 20s — 3 white flashes every 20 seconds. 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 Araranguá (Morro dos Conventos) Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Araranguá (Morro dos Conventos) Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is TORRES at 30.3 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Torres (30.3 NM SW), LAGUNA (40.7 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Araranguá (Morro dos Conventos) Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Araranguá (Morro dos Conventos) 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 Araranguá (Morro dos Conventos) Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Araranguá (Morro dos Conventos) 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.