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Bajo Cabezo de la Mourisca Lighthouse

Fl (2) Green 7s🇪🇸ESOperational

Location & Light Range

About Bajo Cabezo de la Mourisca Lighthouse

This cylindrical stone tower stands 12 meters tall and is painted white with a green band encircling the top. Its focal height is also 12 meters. The light emits a single green flash every 7 seconds, providing a geographic range of 11 nautical miles. Situated off Cabo Udra on the south side of the Ría de Pontevedra entrance, it lies about 8 km northeast of Punta Couso. The site is accessible to the public, though the tower itself is closed. The nearest port is Bueu, located 1.9 km away.

Why it matters: This light is essential for safe navigation into the Ría de Pontevedra, helping vessels avoid dangers at its entrance.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) Green 7s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
7s
Raw Code
Fl G 7s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Location

Country
🇪🇸Spain
Sea Region
Located off Cabo Udra on the south side of the Ría de Pontevedra entrance about 8 km northeast of Punta Couso.
Latitude
42.3479°
Longitude
-8.8201°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Bueu(1.9 km)
Admiralty No.
D1872
NGA No.
2888
ARLHS No.
SPA-159

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a green band at the top
Material
stone

Structure: round stone tower, painted white with a green band at the top

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Bajo Cabezo de la Mourisca Lighthouse at night?+
Bajo Cabezo de la Mourisca displays the characteristic Fl (2) Green 7s — 2 green flashes every 7 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Bajo Cabezo de la Mourisca Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bajo Cabezo de la Mourisca Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is BUEU at 1.9 NM to the SE. Other ports served include PORTONOVO (2.8 NM N), Sangenjo (3.1 NM NNE), Sanxenxo (3.3 NM NNE), CANGAS (5.6 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bajo Cabezo de la Mourisca Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bajo Cabezo de la Mourisca 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 Bajo Cabezo de la Mourisca Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bajo Cabezo de la Mourisca 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.