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Belém Lighthouse

Fl W 20s🇧🇷Northern Brazil, BROperational

Location & Light Range

About Belém Lighthouse

This lighthouse is a quadrilateral metal tower standing 45 meters tall, located in Northern Brazil. The structure includes two green balconies. Its light emits a single white flash every 20 seconds. The geographic range of the light is 15 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 20s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
20s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 20s
Focal Height
45m
Geographic Range
15NM

Location

City
Northern Brazil
Country
🇧🇷BR
Latitude
-1.4694°
Longitude
-48.5044°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
45m
Tower Shape
quadrilateral
Tower Color
green
Material
metal

Structure: Quadrilateral metal tower, two green balconies; 138

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
G0042.3
NGA No.
17599
Wikidata
Q10280147 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Belém Lighthouse at night?+
Belém displays the characteristic Fl W 20s — 1 white flash every 20 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.
Which ports and harbors does Belém Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Belém Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Belém at 3.2 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include BARCARENA (7.4 NM WSW), ICOARACHI (10.1 NM N), Ananindeua (10.3 NM NE), Vila do Conde Pt / Barcarena (14.8 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Belém Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Belém 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 Belém Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Belém 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.