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Bajo Sinal de Ostreira Lighthouse

Fl Red 5s🇪🇸ESOperational

Location & Light Range

About Bajo Sinal de Ostreira Lighthouse

This stone lighthouse stands 10 meters tall with its focal plane also at 10 meters. It is painted white with a red band encircling the upper portion of its cylindrical tower. The structure features a gallery. Situated in the Ría de Arousa, it marks the waters off the harbor of A Pobra de Caramiñal. The lighthouse emits a red flash every five seconds and has a geographic range of 10.4 nautical miles. Access to the site is possible by boat, though the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: This light serves as a guide for vessels navigating the Ría de Arousa, particularly near the harbor of A Pobra de Caramiñal, and likely indicates shallow waters or a hazard.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl R 5s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Location

Country
🇪🇸Spain
Sea Region
Ría de Arousa, off the small harbor of A Pobra de Caramiñal
Latitude
42.5946°
Longitude
-8.9135°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Puebla del Caraminal(0.9 km)
Admiralty No.
D1828
NGA No.
2776
ARLHS No.
SPA-156

Tower & Structure

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

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

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Bajo Sinal de Ostreira Lighthouse at night?+
Bajo Sinal de Ostreira displays the characteristic Fl Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Bajo Sinal de Ostreira Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bajo Sinal de Ostreira Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Puebla del Caramiñal at 0.9 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include POBRA DO CARAMINAL (1.1 NM NW), ISLA DE AROSA (2.7 NM SE), PUERTO DE VILANOVA D (4 NM ESE), Ribeira (Santa Uxia) (4 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bajo Sinal de Ostreira Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bajo Sinal de Ostreira 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 Sinal de Ostreira Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bajo Sinal de Ostreira 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.