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Capo Granitola Lighthouse

Oc White 10s🇮🇹Campobello di Mazara, ITOperational

Location & Light Range

About Capo Granitola Lighthouse

A 35-meter tall, cylindrical white tower at Capo Granitola, Sicily, was first illuminated in 1865. The structure includes a lantern and gallery, built atop a single-story keeper's residence. This lighthouse projects a white light with a 10-second cycle, featuring one occultation (Oc W 10s), and its light reaches 16.6 nautical miles. Located 2.5 km southeast of Torretta Granitola and 5.5 km from Mazara del Vallo port, it remains operational, continuing its long service to seafaring in the area.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the Capo Granitola headland, a reference point for seafaring in the Strait of Sicily, and assists ships entering or leaving the port of Mazara del Vallo.

Background
Capo Granitola Lighthouse is an active lighthouse located on the south-western headland south of Mazzara del Vallo a region well known for its Almadraba. The tower is well placed in the nearby archeological park Cave di Cusa and is located in the municipality of Campobello di Mazara, Sicily on the Strait of Sicily.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White 10s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Oc W 10s
Focal Height
37m
Light Range
18NM (33.3 km)
Geographic Range
16.6NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1865

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Mazara del Vallo(5.5 km)
Admiralty No.
E1930
NGA No.
10092
ARLHS No.
ITA-024
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
35m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white

Structure: round tower with lantern and gallery, rising from a 1-story keeper's house

Location

City
Campobello di Mazara
Country
🇮🇹Italy
Region
Sicily
Sea Region
Capo Granitola, the most prominent cape at the southwestern corner of Sicily, located on the point of the cape about 2.5 km southeast of Torretta Granitola and 12 km southeast of Mazara del Vallo.
Latitude
37.5661°
Longitude
12.6623°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Capo Granitola Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 37 meters and a nominal range of 18 nautical miles (approximately 33.3 km), Capo Granitola is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. Lights of this range are typically used as landfall lights by vessels approaching from the open sea.
How do mariners identify Capo Granitola Lighthouse at night?+
Capo Granitola displays the characteristic Oc 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 Granitola Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Capo Granitola Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Mazara del Vallo at 6.2 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Marinella di Selinunte (8.6 NM E), Porto Palo (11.7 NM E), Marsala (17.1 NM NW), Sciacca (20.2 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Capo Granitola Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Capo Granitola 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 Granitola Lighthouse?+
Capo Granitola 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 Granitola Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Capo Granitola 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.