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Caboto Lighthouse

Fl White 6s🇧🇷Candeias, BROperational

Location & Light Range

About Caboto Lighthouse

The Caboto lighthouse stands on a promontory marking the northeastern boundary of Bahia Todos os Santos. This cylindrical concrete tower, painted white, rises 8 meters high with a focal plane of 34 meters. It emits a white flash every 6 seconds, visible for 16 nautical miles. The lighthouse is located near Candeias, approximately 1.9 kilometers from the port of Aratu. Its construction material is concrete, and it is situated about 25 kilometers north of the Farol da Barra.

Why it matters: This lighthouse warns vessels away from the promontory it occupies, ensuring safe passage for ships entering and exiting the bay's numerous ports.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
34m
Geographic Range
16NM

Location

City
Candeias
Country
🇧🇷Brazil
Region
Bahia
Sea Region
Located on a promontory near the northeastern corner of the Bahia Todos os Santos, about 25 km north of the Farol da Barra.
Latitude
-12.7549°
Longitude
-38.5034°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: square cylindrical concrete tower, painted white

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Aratu(1.9 km)
ARLHS No.
BRA-019
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Caboto Lighthouse at night?+
Caboto displays the characteristic Fl White 6s. 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 Caboto Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Caboto Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Aratu Pt / Candeias at 2.1 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Madre de Deus (6.9 NM W), Itaparica (12.3 NM SSW), Salvador (12.4 NM S), Maragogipe (24.2 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Caboto Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Caboto 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 Caboto Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Caboto 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.