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Calcanhar Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇧🇷Northeastern Brazil, BROperational

Location & Light Range

About Calcanhar Lighthouse

Constructed of concrete in 1912, the Calcanhar Lighthouse stands 62 meters tall with a focal height of 74 meters. This white, square tower has a geographic range of 38 nautical miles. It emits a single white flash every 10 seconds. The structure itself is a white truncated concrete tower measuring 203 feet in height. This lighthouse is located in Northeastern Brazil.

Why it matters: At 62 meters, this is the tallest lighthouse in Brazil and one of the tallest concrete lighthouses globally.

Background
Calcanhar Lighthouse (Portuguese: Farol do Calcanhar), also known as Touros Lighthouse and formerly named Olhos D'Agua, is an active lighthouse in Touros, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil. At a height of 203 feet (62 m) it is the nineteenth tallest "traditional lighthouse" in the world, as well as the tallest in Brazil, and one of the tallest concrete lighthouses in the world.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 10s
Focal Height
74m
Geographic Range
38NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1912

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
G0164
NGA No.
17836
Wikipedia
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Wikidata
Q3073384 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
62m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: White truncated concrete tower; 203

Location

City
Northeastern Brazil
Country
🇧🇷BR
Latitude
-5.1613°
Longitude
-35.4864°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Calcanhar Lighthouse at night?+
Calcanhar displays the characteristic Fl W 10s — 1 white flash every 10 seconds. 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.
Which ports and harbors does Calcanhar Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Calcanhar Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Natal at 39.9 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Galinhos (46.9 NM W), Guamaré (49.9 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Calcanhar Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Calcanhar 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 Calcanhar Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Calcanhar 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.