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Cala Manacor (Porto Cristo, Portocristo) Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇪🇸Manacor, ESOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cala Manacor (Porto Cristo, Portocristo) Lighthouse

This cylindrical stone tower, standing 5 meters tall, displays black and white vertical stripes. Its focal plane reaches 20 meters above sea level, emitting a white light with one flash every 5 seconds. The lighthouse is situated on a promontory that marks the southern side of the entrance to Porto Cristo, a port within the Manacor municipality on Mallorca's eastern coast. It has a geographic range of 13.2 nautical miles.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for guiding vessels safely into Porto Cristo, a significant port on Mallorca's east coast.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
20m
Geographic Range
13.2NM

Location

City
Manacor
Country
🇪🇸Spain
Region
Balearic Islands
Sea Region
Located on a promontory on the south side of the entrance to Porto Cristo, the port district of Manacor municipality on the east coast of Mallorca.
Latitude
39.5347°
Longitude
3.3399°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with black and white vertical stripes
Material
stone

Structure: round stone tower with gallery, painted with black and white vertical stripes

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Alcudia(19.9 km)
Admiralty No.
E0309
NGA No.
5136
ARLHS No.
BAL-055
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cala Manacor (Porto Cristo, Portocristo) Lighthouse at night?+
Cala Manacor (Porto Cristo, Portocristo) 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 Cala Manacor (Porto Cristo, Portocristo) Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cala Manacor (Porto Cristo, Portocristo) Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is PORTO CRISTO at 0.4 NM to the NW. Other ports served include PORTO COLOM (7.6 NM SSW), Puerto Colom (9.1 NM SSW), CALA RATJADA (12 NM NNE), Petra (12.1 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cala Manacor (Porto Cristo, Portocristo) Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cala Manacor (Porto Cristo, Portocristo) 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.
What shipping routes pass near Cala Manacor (Porto Cristo, Portocristo) Lighthouse?+
Cala Manacor (Porto Cristo, Portocristo) Lighthouse is located within the Mediterranean East-West corridor — a major trade route spanning the Mediterranean from Gibraltar to the Suez Canal. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Cala Manacor (Porto Cristo, Portocristo) Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cala Manacor (Porto Cristo, Portocristo) 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.