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Cabo de Sines Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 15s🇵🇹Sines, PTOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cabo de Sines Lighthouse

Built in 1880, the Cabo de Sines lighthouse features a white, cylindrical masonry tower 22 meters high. Its light source is situated 56 meters above sea level, offering a range of 19.5 nautical miles. The structure is composed of two levels, topped with a lantern and two galleries, and extends from the front of an attached two-story keeper's residence. An additional upper section was built onto the tower in 1980. The light characteristic is a single white flash every 15 seconds (Fl W 15s). It is situated about 1.2 kilometers west of Sines.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the headland near Sines, providing navigation for vessels approaching the Portuguese coast in the Setúbal region.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl W 15s
Focal Height
56m
Geographic Range
19.5NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1880

Significant events: Upper stage added 1980

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sines(1.2 km)
ARLHS No.
POR-008

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
22m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
masonry

Structure: round two-stage masonry tower with lantern and two galleries, rising from the front center of a 2-story keeper's complex

Location

City
Sines
Country
🇵🇹Portugal
Region
Setúbal
Sea Region
Cabo de Sines is a very prominent headland roughly 120 km south of Setúbal. Located on the point of the cape, about 1.5 km west of the town of Sines.
Latitude
37.9595°
Longitude
-8.8802°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cabo de Sines Lighthouse at night?+
Cabo de Sines displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 15s — 2 white flashes every 15 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Cabo de Sines Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cabo de Sines Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sines at 1.1 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Almograve (19 NM SSE), Colos (23.9 NM SE), Sesimbra (30.7 NM NNW), Setúbal (32.2 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cabo de Sines Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cabo de Sines 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 de Sines Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cabo de Sines 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.