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Cabo Estay Posterior (Range Rear) Lighthouse

Oc White 2s🇪🇸Vigo, ESOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cabo Estay Posterior (Range Rear) Lighthouse

This tile-covered, pentagonal tower reaches 7 meters in height and is marked with red and white horizontal bands. Situated 660 meters east-northeast of its companion front range light, adjacent to the Avenida de Ricardo Mella, this rear light exhibits an occulting white flash every 2 seconds. Its light originates from a focal height of 50 meters, offering a visible distance of 18.7 nautical miles. Access to the grounds is permitted, though the structure remains inaccessible. The Autoridad Portuaria de Vigo manages this navigational reference.

Why it matters: This light serves as the rear component of a range system maintained by the Autoridad Portuaria de Vigo, providing primary course alignment for vessels navigating the Vigo area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White 2s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White
Interval
2s
Raw Code
Oc W 2s
Focal Height
50m
Geographic Range
18.7NM

Location

City
Vigo
Country
🇪🇸Spain
Region
Galicia
Sea Region
Part of a range system guiding vessels, operated by the Autoridad Portuaria de Vigo, located beside the Avenida de Ricardo Mella (PO 325), 660 m east northeast of the front light.
Latitude
42.1866°
Longitude
-8.8059°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Baiona(4.2 km)

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
pentagonal
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands

Structure: tile-covered pentagonal tower with lantern and gallery, painted with red and white horizontal bands

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cabo Estay Posterior (Range Rear) Lighthouse at night?+
Cabo Estay Posterior (Range Rear) displays the characteristic Oc White 2s. 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 Estay Posterior (Range Rear) Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cabo Estay Posterior (Range Rear) Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is DARBO at 3.8 NM to the N. Other ports served include BAIONA (4.3 NM SSW), CANGAS (4.4 NM NNE), Cangas (4.4 NM NNE), Vigo (5 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cabo Estay Posterior (Range Rear) Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cabo Estay Posterior (Range Rear) 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 Estay Posterior (Range Rear) Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cabo Estay Posterior (Range Rear) 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.