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Cape Hangklip Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇿🇦Western South Africa, ZAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cape Hangklip Lighthouse

Completed in 1960, the Cape Hangklip lighthouse is a 22-meter round concrete tower. The structure displays white banding and a red lantern room against its primary white color. Its light emits a single white flash every 10 seconds. The focal height of the light is 33 meters, providing a geographic range of 25 nautical miles.

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
33m
Geographic Range
25NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1960

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
D6280
NGA No.
32244
Wikidata
Q19623300 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
22m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white and black and red
Material
concrete

Structure: White round concrete tower, black banded, red lantern; 72. GORDONS BAY:

Location

City
Western South Africa
Country
🇿🇦ZA
Latitude
-34.3866°
Longitude
18.8278°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cape Hangklip Lighthouse at night?+
Cape Hangklip 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 Cape Hangklip Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cape Hangklip Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Strand at 16.2 NM to the N. Other ports served include Simon's Town (22.8 NM WNW), Goudiniweg (27.4 NM ESE), GANSBAAI (28.1 NM ESE), Kommetjie (29.6 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cape Hangklip Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cape Hangklip 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 Cape Hangklip Lighthouse?+
Cape Hangklip Lighthouse is located within the Cape of Good Hope route — the historic shipping route around the southern tip of Africa. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Cape Hangklip Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cape Hangklip 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.