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Cabo Carvoeiro Lighthouse

Fl Red 15s🇵🇹Peniche, PTOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cabo Carvoeiro Lighthouse

The Cabo Carvoeiro Lighthouse, built in 1886, is a 27-meter tall cylindrical stone tower painted white with unpainted stone trim. It rises from a U-shaped, 1-story keeper's dwelling. The light source is situated at a focal height of 57 meters, producing a red flash every 15 seconds (Fl R 15s). Its geographic range extends to 19.7 nautical miles. The lighthouse is located near Peniche, 1.8 km from the port.

Why it matters: This lighthouse serves as a navigation aid for maritime traffic approaching Cabo Carvoeiro, a cape on the Portuguese Atlantic coast. Its red light warns vessels of the cape and nearby shallows, helping them maintain a safe course.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl R 15s
Focal Height
57m
Geographic Range
19.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1886

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Peniche(1.8 km)
ARLHS No.
POR-006

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
27m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with unpainted stone trim
Material
stone

Structure: robust square cylindrical stone stone tower with lantern and gallery, rising from the base of a U-shaped 1-story keeper's complex

Location

City
Peniche
Country
🇵🇹Portugal
Region
Leiria
Sea Region
Cabo Carvoeiro, Portugal, marking the prominent cape on the Atlantic coast.
Latitude
39.3601°
Longitude
-9.4081°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cabo Carvoeiro Lighthouse at night?+
Cabo Carvoeiro displays the characteristic Fl Red 15s. 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 Cabo Carvoeiro Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cabo Carvoeiro Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Peniche at 1.8 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Foz do Arelho (9.9 NM ENE), São Martinho do Porto (15.8 NM NE), NAZARE (20.5 NM NE), Vila Nova da Rainha (29.5 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cabo Carvoeiro Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cabo Carvoeiro 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 Cabo Carvoeiro Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cabo Carvoeiro 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.