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Catia La Mar Lighthouse

Fl White 9s🇻🇪Maiquetía, VEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Catia La Mar Lighthouse

Also known as: Catia La Mar (Escuela Naval)

This hexagonal fiberglass tower stands 12 meters tall, painted red with a white horizontal band. It is located atop a vertical cliff in Vargas State, Venezuela, near the Venezuelan Naval School. The light emits a white flash every 9 seconds. With a focal height of 99 meters, its geographic range extends to 24.8 nautical miles. The lighthouse is situated about 12 km west of La Guaira and 0.2 km from the nearest port.

Why it matters: This lighthouse aids maritime safety for vessels navigating the Venezuelan coast, particularly those approaching La Guaira and associated with the naval school.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 9s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
9s
Raw Code
Fl W 9s
Focal Height
99m
Geographic Range
24.8NM

Location

City
Maiquetía
Country
🇻🇪Venezuela
Region
Vargas State
Sea Region
Located atop a vertical cliff in front of the Venezuelan Naval School in Catia La Mar, about 12 km west of La Guaira.
Latitude
10.6023°
Longitude
-66.9537°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
hexagonal
Tower Color
red with a white horizontal band
Material
fiberglass

Structure: hexagonal fiberglass tower, painted red with a white horizontal band

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
La Guaira(0.2 km)
Admiralty No.
J6453.8
NGA No.
17039
ARLHS No.
VEN-047
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Catia La Mar Lighthouse at night?+
Catia La Mar displays the characteristic Fl White 9s. 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 Catia La Mar Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Catia La Mar Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is La Guaira at 0.5 NM to the E. Other ports served include CATIA LA MAR (4.3 NM W), Paracotos (20.2 NM S), INDEPENDENCIA (48.7 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Catia La Mar Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Catia La Mar 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.
How can I track vessels near Catia La Mar Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Catia La Mar 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.