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Capo Feto Lighthouse

LFl White 10s🇮🇹Mazara del Vallo, ITOperational

Location & Light Range

About Capo Feto Lighthouse

Also known as: #Capo Feto

The Capo Feto lighthouse was established in 1915 as a square post light mounted on a building. Its white tower featured a single black horizontal band and stood 10 meters tall. Located on a headland approximately 3.7 km west of Mazara del Vallo's harbor, it emitted a long white flash every 10 seconds. The original structure was eventually replaced, and its current visibility is uncertain.

Why it matters: This light was important for vessels approaching or departing the harbor of Mazara del Vallo. Its location within a nature reserve highlights the intersection of maritime heritage and environmental preservation.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
LFl White 10s
Flash Type
Long Flash
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
LFl W 10s
Light Range
11NM (20.4 km)

Construction & History

Year Built
1915

Significant events: Replaced

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Mazara del Vallo(3.7 km)
ARLHS No.
ITA-190

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white with one black horizontal band

Structure: post light mounted on a square building

Location

City
Mazara del Vallo
Country
🇮🇹Italy
Region
Sicily
Sea Region
Located on a headland about 4 km west of the harbor of Mazara del Vallo, part of a nature reserve.
Latitude
37.6612°
Longitude
12.5206°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Capo Feto Lighthouse at night?+
Capo Feto displays the characteristic LFl White 10s. 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 Capo Feto Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Capo Feto Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Mazara del Vallo at 3.1 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Marsala (8.6 NM NNW), Marinella di Selinunte (16 NM ESE), Favignana (18.8 NM NNW), Porto Palo (19.2 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Capo Feto Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Capo Feto 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 Capo Feto Lighthouse?+
Capo Feto 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 Capo Feto Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Capo Feto 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.