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Capo Rossello Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 10s🇮🇹Realmonte, ITOperational

Location & Light Range

About Capo Rossello Lighthouse

First lit in 1859, the Capo Rossello lighthouse is a white cylindrical tower standing 10 meters tall. It rises from a one-story keeper's house and is topped with a lantern and gallery. The light emits two white flashes every 10 seconds, visible for 24.3 nautical miles. This structure is situated on a promontory on the west side of Baia di Rossello, approximately 6 kilometers west of Porto Empedocle's harbor. The lighthouse has a focal height of 95 meters above sea level.

Why it matters: This lighthouse aids vessels navigating the waters near Porto Empedocle and Baia di Rossello, assisting maritime traffic along this section of the Sicilian coast.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
95m
Geographic Range
24.3NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1859

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Porto Empedocle(4.2 km)
ARLHS No.
ITA-034

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white

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

Location

City
Realmonte
Country
🇮🇹Italy
Region
Sicily
Sea Region
A promontory on the west side of Baia di Rossello, about 6 km west of the harbor of Porto Empedocle.
Latitude
37.2950°
Longitude
13.4502°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Capo Rossello Lighthouse at night?+
Capo Rossello displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 10s — 2 white 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Capo Rossello Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Capo Rossello Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Porto Empedocle at 3.8 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Sciacca (21.7 NM NW), Licata (26.4 NM ESE), Porto Palo (30.8 NM WNW), Marinella di Selinunte (33.7 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Capo Rossello Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Capo Rossello 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 Rossello Lighthouse?+
Capo Rossello 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 Rossello Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Capo Rossello 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.