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Capo Grecale Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇮🇹Lampedusa e Linosa, ITOperational

Location & Light Range

About Capo Grecale Lighthouse

Also known as: Capo Grecale (Lampedusa)

Constructed in 1855, the Capo Grecale Lighthouse stands on the northeastern tip of Lampedusa, Italy's southernmost island. The lighthouse consists of an octagonal concrete tower, painted white, which rises 19 meters from the seaward side of a single-story keeper's house. It is equipped with a lantern and gallery. The focal height of the light is 82 meters, and it emits a white flash every 5 seconds, visible for 22.9 nautical miles. The site is open to visitors, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is Italy's southernmost light, marking the northeastern headland of Lampedusa and guiding maritime traffic in the central Mediterranean.

Background
Capo Grecale Lighthouse is an active lighthouse located on the northern eastern tip of the island on the edge of a cliff, in the municipality of Lampedusa, Sicily on the Strait of Sicily.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
82m
Light Range
22NM (40.7 km)
Geographic Range
22.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1855

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
19m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white concrete
Material
concrete

Structure: octagonal concrete tower with lantern and gallery, rising from the seaward side of a 1-story keeper's house

Location

City
Lampedusa e Linosa
Country
🇮🇹Italy
Region
Sicily
Sea Region
Italy's southernmost lighthouse, located at the end of the Via Grecale on the northeastern tip of Lampedusa, north of Cala Creca.
Latitude
35.5177°
Longitude
12.6319°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Lampedusa(2.2 km)
Admiralty No.
E2088
NGA No.
113-10444
ARLHS No.
ITA-025
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Capo Grecale Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 82 meters and a nominal range of 22 nautical miles (approximately 40.7 km), Capo Grecale 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 Grecale Lighthouse at night?+
Capo Grecale displays the characteristic Fl White 5s. 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 Grecale Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Capo Grecale Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Lampedusa at 1.8 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Linosa (23.4 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Capo Grecale Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Capo Grecale 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 Grecale Lighthouse?+
Capo Grecale 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 Grecale Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Capo Grecale 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.