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Cala Stagnali Range Rear Lighthouse

F Green 6s🇮🇹La Maddalena, ITOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cala Stagnali Range Rear Lighthouse

This square pyramidal stone tower, standing 5 meters tall, is painted white with a black vertical stripe. Its focal height reaches 14 meters, and it projects a green flashing light. Positioned at the western edge of Stagnali, Italy, this structure functions as the rear light in a range system, situated 87 meters southeast of its front counterpart. The light was raised on a mast due to vegetation obscuring the original daymark. This active light has a geographic range of 11.6 nautical miles.

Why it matters: This range light is critical for guiding vessels navigating the specific approaches to Stagnali, ensuring safe passage by aligning with its front light. Its practical adaptation, raising the light on a mast due to vegetation, highlights a pragmatic approach to maintaining navigational safety in a dynamic environment.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Green 6s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
F G
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Construction & History

Significant events: light raised on mast due to vegetation obscuring daymark

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
5m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white with a black vertical stripe
Material
stone

Structure: square pyramidal stone tower, painted white with a black vertical stripe

Location

City
La Maddalena
Country
🇮🇹Italy
Region
Sardinia
Sea Region
Situated at the western edge of Stagnali, Italy, this light forms part of a range system, positioned 87 meters southeast of its companion front light.
Latitude
41.1990°
Longitude
9.4517°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
La Maddalena(2.0 km)
Admiralty No.
E0997.1
NGA No.
8820
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cala Stagnali Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Cala Stagnali Range Rear displays the characteristic F Green 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Cala Stagnali Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cala Stagnali Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is La Maddalena at 2.6 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Palau (3.2 NM WSW), Porto Cervo (5.2 NM SE), Cannigione (5.5 NM S), Santa Teresa di Gallura (11.8 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cala Stagnali Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cala Stagnali 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.
What shipping routes pass near Cala Stagnali Range Rear Lighthouse?+
Cala Stagnali Range Rear 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 Stagnali Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cala Stagnali 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.