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Cadiz Entrance Lighthouse

🇵🇭PHOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cadiz Entrance Lighthouse

Cadiz Entrance Lighthouse is a cylindrical concrete tower standing 12 meters tall. It features a mast situated atop a round white concrete tower that includes a gallery. This structure marks the western side of the passage into Cadiz, guiding vessels through the entrance. The lighthouse emits a quick-flashing red light to warn ships of the channel's precise location. The site is accessible to visitors arriving by boat, although the tower itself is not open to the public.

Why it matters: This lighthouse specifically guides vessels through the entrance to Cadiz, a critical route for local shipping. Its quick-flashing red light provides a clear warning for ships navigating the channel.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Material
concrete

Structure: mast atop a round white concrete tower with gallery

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Location

Country
🇵🇭PH
Latitude
10.9530°
Longitude
123.3204°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Santo Nino(27.2 km)
Admiralty No.
F2357.5.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Cadiz Entrance Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cadiz Entrance Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ajuy at 21.2 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Bacolod, Negros (27.9 NM SW), San Carlos/Dumaguete (29.3 NM SSE), Hagnava Bay (38.4 NM ENE), Sangi/Cebu (38.7 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cadiz Entrance Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cadiz Entrance 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 Cadiz Entrance Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cadiz Entrance 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.