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Barra Faro-Olhão West Mole Lighthouse

Fl Red 4s🇵🇹Faro, PTOperational

Location & Light Range

About Barra Faro-Olhão West Mole Lighthouse

This cylindrical concrete tower stands 8 meters tall and is painted with red and white horizontal bands. It is situated on the west mole of the estuary entrance at Faro. The light emits a single red flash every 4 seconds, with a focal height of 10 meters. Its geographic range is 10.4 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse serves as a clear marker for the channel at the estuary entrance, aiding vessels navigating toward or away from the port of Olhão.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl R 4s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Location

City
Faro
Country
🇵🇹Portugal
Region
Faro
Sea Region
west mole of the estuary entrance
Latitude
36.9638°
Longitude
-7.8703°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Olhao(3.9 km)
Admiralty No.
D2208
NGA No.
3728

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower painted with red and white horizontal bands

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Barra Faro-Olhão West Mole Lighthouse at night?+
Barra Faro-Olhão West Mole displays the characteristic Fl Red 4s. 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 Barra Faro-Olhão West Mole Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Barra Faro-Olhão West Mole Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Faro at 4.4 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Olhão (4.5 NM NNE), Fuzeta (7.7 NM NE), Quarteira (12.6 NM WNW), Santa Luzia (13.4 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Barra Faro-Olhão West Mole Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Barra Faro-Olhão West Mole 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 Barra Faro-Olhão West Mole Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Barra Faro-Olhão West Mole 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.