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Bajo Praguero de Fuera Lighthouse

Fl (4) Green 11s🇪🇸ESOperational

Location & Light Range

About Bajo Praguero de Fuera Lighthouse

This cylindrical stone tower stands 10 meters tall, painted white with a green band encircling its upper section. It is situated about 1.5 kilometers southeast of the southern end of Illa de Arousa. The lighthouse emits a green light with a characteristic of a single flash every 11 seconds. Its focal height is also 10 meters, providing a geographic range of 10.4 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed. The nearest port is Grove, located 1.2 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This light warns vessels about the Bajo Praguero de Fuera, a hazard located southeast of Illa de Arousa, and guides ships approaching or departing the Porto de Vilagarcía.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (4) Green 11s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
4 flashes
Interval
11s
Raw Code
Fl G 11s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Location

Country
🇪🇸Spain
Sea Region
Located about 1.5 km southeast of the south end of the Illa de Arousa.
Latitude
42.5159°
Longitude
-8.8797°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Grove(1.2 km)
Admiralty No.
D1806
NGA No.
2820

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a green band around the top
Material
stone

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

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Bajo Praguero de Fuera Lighthouse at night?+
Bajo Praguero de Fuera displays the characteristic Fl (4) Green 11s — 4 green flashes every 11 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 Praguero de Fuera Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bajo Praguero de Fuera Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Grove at 1.4 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Cambados (2.7 NM E), ISLA DE AROSA (3.1 NM NNE), PUERTO DE VILANOVA D (3.6 NM NE), Ribeira (Santa Uxia) (5.5 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bajo Praguero de Fuera Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bajo Praguero de Fuera 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 Praguero de Fuera Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bajo Praguero de Fuera 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.