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Castello della Colombaia Lighthouse

🇮🇹Trapani, ITOperational

Location & Light Range

About Castello della Colombaia Lighthouse

Constructed in 1855, the Castello della Colombaia lighthouse is a cylindrical stone tower standing 38 meters tall. It is integrated into a medieval castle on the Isola Colombaia, an island at the entrance to Trapani harbor. The tower's construction material is stone, forming an octagonal shape as part of the larger ancient fortification. The lighthouse first became operational in 1855, but its active service concluded sometime before 1920. The structure is located just 0.5 km from the nearest port of Trapani.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is significant for its integration into a medieval castle, representing a unique instance of a navigational aid built within historical fortifications. It once marked the entrance to the harbor of Trapani.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
38m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Material
stone

Structure: octagonal cylindrical stone tower, part of a medieval castle

Location

City
Trapani
Country
🇮🇹Italy
Region
Sicily
Sea Region
Isola Colombaia, an island at the entrance to Trapani harbor
Latitude
38.0115°
Longitude
12.4958°

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Type
Name
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Construction & History

Year Built
1855

Significant events: Inactive since sometime before 1920

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Trapani(0.5 km)
ARLHS No.
ITA-307
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Castello della Colombaia Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Castello della Colombaia Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Trapani at 0.5 NM to the E. Other ports served include Isolotto Formica (4.1 NM WSW), BONAGIA (5.7 NM NE), Levanzo (7.5 NM WSW), Favignana (9.4 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Castello della Colombaia Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Castello della Colombaia 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 Castello della Colombaia Lighthouse?+
Castello della Colombaia 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 Castello della Colombaia Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Castello della Colombaia 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.