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Beja District Lighthouses Lighthouse

Fl Green 3s🇵🇹São Teotónio, PTOperational

Location & Light Range

About Beja District Lighthouses Lighthouse

This cylindrical lighthouse is 16 meters tall and stands 40 meters above sea level. Its white tower features red and white horizontal bands on a mast situated atop a square, one-story white equipment shelter. The light emits a single green flash every 3 seconds and has a geographic range of 17.1 nautical miles. It is located inland, just off the highway leading to the small harbor of Barca, Portugal, guiding small craft entering the port. The nearest major port is Sines, 23.6 kilometers away.

Why it matters: As the rear range light for Barca, it assists in precise navigation for small vessels entering the harbor, particularly important given the popularity of its boat ramp.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl G 3s
Focal Height
40m
Geographic Range
17.1NM

Location

City
São Teotónio
Country
🇵🇹Portugal
Region
Beja
Sea Region
Located in a field just off the highway to Barca, Portugal, guiding small craft into the tiny harbor of Barca.
Latitude
37.5514°
Longitude
-8.7893°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
16m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white

Structure: A 16m mast, painted with red and white horizontal bands, centered on a square 1-story white equipment shelter.

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sines(23.6 km)
Admiralty No.
D2165.1
NGA No.
3612
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Beja District Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Beja District Lighthouses displays the characteristic Fl Green 3s. 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 Beja District Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Beja District Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Almograve at 5.9 NM to the N. Other ports served include Colos (18.8 NM NE), Sines (23.9 NM N), Lagos (27.3 NM SSE), Portimao (28.3 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Beja District Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Beja District Lighthouses 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 Beja District Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Beja District Lighthouses 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.