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Cabo de Torres Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 10s🇪🇸Gijón, ESOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cabo de Torres Lighthouse

Also known as: Cabo de Torres (Gijón)

The Cabo de Torres Lighthouse is an octagonal masonry tower standing 12 meters tall, built in 1924. It features a lantern and gallery and is attached to a substantial two-story keeper's complex. This structure replaced a 9-meter masonry tower previously on site. Its focal height reaches 82 meters, casting a white light with two flashes every 10 seconds. The lighthouse is located on a sharp headland that marks the western entrance to the harbor of Gijón, approximately 1.5 kilometers from the city's nearest port. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse precisely marks the sharp headland of Cabo de Torres, guiding vessels into the port of Gijón.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
82m
Geographic Range
22.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1924

Significant events: replaced a 9 m (30 ft) masonry tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white
Material
masonry

Structure: octagonal masonry tower with lantern and gallery, attached to the front of a large 2-story keeper's complex

Location

City
Gijón
Country
🇪🇸Spain
Region
Asturias
Sea Region
sharp headland marking the western entrance to the harbor of Gijón
Latitude
43.5720°
Longitude
-5.6992°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Gijon(1.5 km)
ARLHS No.
SPA-023
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cabo de Torres Lighthouse at night?+
Cabo de Torres displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 10s — 2 white flashes every 10 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 Torres Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cabo de Torres Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Musel-Arnao at 0.3 NM to the S. Other ports served include Gijón (2.1 NM SE), CANDAS (2.9 NM WNW), Trubia (4.6 NM SSW), Cabueñes (5.4 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cabo de Torres Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cabo de Torres 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 Torres Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cabo de Torres 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.