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Canale di San Marco Lighthouse

Fl (2) Red 10s🇮🇹Venice, ITOperational

Location & Light Range

About Canale di San Marco Lighthouse

Also known as: Canale di San Marco (San Servolo)

An octagonal stone tower with a gallery stands 12 meters tall, painted red. It is situated on the south side of the Canale di San Marco, east of San Servolo island, marking the primary channel into central Venice. This lighthouse emits a red flash every 10 seconds. Its light is visible for 9.3 nautical miles. The site is accessible to visitors, but the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is indispensable for guiding maritime traffic through the Canale di San Marco, the main access route to central Venice, and helps vessels navigate the complex waterways of the Venetian Lagoon.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) Red 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl R 10s
Focal Height
7m
Geographic Range
9.3NM

Location

City
Venice
Country
🇮🇹Italy
Region
Veneto
Sea Region
Located on the south side of the Canale di San Marco, east of the small island of San Servolo, marking the main channel leading to the center of Venice.
Latitude
45.4205°
Longitude
12.3635°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Venezia(2.9 km)
Admiralty No.
E2492
NGA No.
11548

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
red
Material
stone

Structure: octagonal stone tower with gallery

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Canale di San Marco Lighthouse at night?+
Canale di San Marco displays the characteristic Fl (2) Red 10s — 2 red flashes 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. The red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Canale di San Marco Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Canale di San Marco Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Venezia at 3.3 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Fusina (5.5 NM W), Marghera (6.4 NM WNW), Chioggia (12.4 NM SSW), Iesolo (13.8 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Canale di San Marco Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Canale di San Marco 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 Canale di San Marco Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Canale di San Marco 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.