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Aveiro Lighthouse

Fl White 13s🇵🇹Gafanha da Nazaré, PTOperational

Location & Light Range

About Aveiro Lighthouse

Also known as: Aveiro (Barra) (Range Rear)

The Aveiro Lighthouse, built in 1893, is a cylindrical stone tower standing 62 meters tall, painted with red and white horizontal bands. It rises from the center of a two-story keeper's house. The lighthouse emits a white light with a characteristic of one flash every 13 seconds. Its focal height reaches 66 meters, providing a geographic range of 20.9 nautical miles. Located on the coast of Aveiro, Portugal, it serves the nearby port of Aveiro, situated just 1.1 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for guiding vessels entering or leaving the port of Aveiro and navigating the complex channels of the Ria de Aveiro lagoon, serving as a key landmark on the central Portuguese coast.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 13s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
13s
Raw Code
Fl W 13s
Focal Height
66m
Geographic Range
20.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1893

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Aveiro(1.1 km)
Admiralty No.
D2056
NGA No.
3272
ARLHS No.
POR-101

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
62m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands
Material
stone

Structure: round stone tower with lantern and gallery, rising from the center of a 2-story keeper's house

Location

City
Gafanha da Nazaré
Country
🇵🇹Portugal
Region
Aveiro
Sea Region
coast of Aveiro, Portugal
Latitude
40.6429°
Longitude
-8.7482°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Aveiro Lighthouse at night?+
Aveiro displays the characteristic Fl White 13s. 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 Aveiro Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Aveiro Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is GAFANHA DA ENCARNACA at 1.8 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Aveiro (1.9 NM E), Vagueira (5.6 NM S), Torreira (6.8 NM NNE), Nariz (9.4 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Aveiro Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Aveiro 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 Aveiro Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Aveiro 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.