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Cayo Cruz Del Padre Lighthouse

Fl W 7s🇨🇺Cuba, CUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cayo Cruz Del Padre Lighthouse

The Cayo Cruz Del Padre lighthouse, built in 1862, is a white concrete structure standing 25 meters tall. It features a cylindrical tower with a square base and three balconies. The lighthouse incorporates a round cylindrical stone light tower, 15 meters high, which is surrounded by the main concrete tower. The entire station is further enclosed by a concrete seawall. This lighthouse emits a single white flash every 15 seconds.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 7s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
7s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 15s
Focal Height
25m
Geographic Range
15NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1862

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
J4886
NGA No.
12672
ARLHS No.
CUB-037
Wikidata
Q61014803 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
25m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: White concrete tower, square base, three balconies; 59

Location

City
Cuba
Country
🇨🇺CU
Latitude
23.2828°
Longitude
-80.8984°

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cayo Cruz Del Padre Lighthouse at night?+
Cayo Cruz Del Padre displays the characteristic Fl W 7s — 1 white flash every 7 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.
Which ports and harbors does Cayo Cruz Del Padre Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cayo Cruz Del Padre Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is VARADERO at 18.1 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Cárdenas (21.6 NM SW), Matanzas (38.5 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cayo Cruz Del Padre Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cayo Cruz Del Padre 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 Cayo Cruz Del Padre Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cayo Cruz Del Padre 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.