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Cabo Finisterre Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇪🇸Fisterra, ESOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cabo Finisterre Lighthouse

Also known as: Cabo Finisterre (Cabo Fisterra)

A cylindrical granite tower, 17 meters tall, stands white with unpainted stone trim on a south-pointing promontory in Galicia, Spain. First lit in 1853, the lighthouse emits a white flash every 5 seconds from a focal height of 143 meters, visible for 29 nautical miles. The structure includes an octagonal base with an attached lantern and gallery, fronting a 2-1/2 story keeper's house. Reports of lights being displayed on this cape date back to 1673. The lighthouse site is open to the public, though the tower remains closed.

Why it matters: Marking Cape Finisterre, a historically significant headland, the lighthouse guides maritime traffic around the northwestern extremity of Spain.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
143m
Geographic Range
29NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1853

Significant events: reports of lights displayed on the cape as early as 1673

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
17m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with unpainted stone trim
Material
granite

Structure: octagonal cylindrical granite tower with lantern and gallery attached to the front of a 2-1/2 story keeper's house

Location

City
Fisterra
Country
🇪🇸Spain
Region
Galicia
Sea Region
Standing at the end of a narrow, south-pointing promontory with a spectacular view of the Atlantic, marking the traditional 'land's end' at the northwestern corner of Spain, located about 3 km south of Fisterra.
Latitude
42.8824°
Longitude
-9.2718°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Corcubion(5.2 km)
Admiralty No.
D1742
NGA No.
2664
ARLHS No.
SPA-026
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cabo Finisterre Lighthouse at night?+
Cabo Finisterre displays the characteristic Fl White 5s. 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 Finisterre Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cabo Finisterre Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Corcubión at 5.4 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Muros (12.2 NM ESE), Mugia (13.6 NM N), Son (Puerto del Son) (15.1 NM SE), Porto do son (15.1 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cabo Finisterre Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cabo Finisterre 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 Finisterre Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cabo Finisterre 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.