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Cabo de Santa Catalina Lighthouse

🇪🇸Lekeitio, ESOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cabo de Santa Catalina Lighthouse

Also known as: Cabo de Santa Catalina (Lekeitio)

Constructed in 1862, this lighthouse stands on the headland of Cabo de Santa Catalina. The tower, built of masonry, is cylindrical and white, measuring 13 meters in height. It features a lantern and gallery atop a two-stage structure. The focal height of the light is 46 meters, providing a geographic range of 18.1 nautical miles. The lighthouse is attached to a one-story keeper's house. It is located near the port of Lekeitio, approximately 0.9 kilometers away.

Why it matters: Its long operational history since 1862 highlights its continuous value as a navigational aid for regional shipping and fishing fleets. The structure offers a glimpse into 19th-century Spanish lighthouse architecture.

Light & Optic

Focal Height
46m
Geographic Range
18.1NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1862

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Lekeitio(0.9 km)
Admiralty No.
D1502
NGA No.
1840
ARLHS No.
SPA-022

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
masonry

Structure: two-stage round masonry tower with lantern and gallery, attached to one end of a 1-story keeper's house

Location

City
Lekeitio
Country
🇪🇸Spain
Region
Autonomous Community of the Basque Country
Sea Region
Cabo de Santa Catalina, Spain, marking the prominent cape on the coast.
Latitude
43.3772°
Longitude
-2.5100°

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Cabo de Santa Catalina Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cabo de Santa Catalina Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Lekeitio at 0.8 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Ondárroa (5.1 NM SE), Motrico (Mutriku) (7.2 NM SE), MURUETA (7.5 NM W), MUNDACA (8.4 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cabo de Santa Catalina Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cabo de Santa Catalina 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.
What shipping routes pass near Cabo de Santa Catalina Lighthouse?+
Cabo de Santa Catalina Lighthouse is located within the Mediterranean East-West corridor — a major trade route spanning the Mediterranean from Gibraltar to the Suez Canal. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Cabo de Santa Catalina Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cabo de Santa Catalina 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.