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Chipiona Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇪🇸Chipiona, ESOperational

Location & Light Range

About Chipiona Lighthouse

Also known as: Chipiona (Punta del Perro)

This cylindrical stone lighthouse, constructed in 1867, stands 63 meters tall on Spain's Atlantic coast. It is located in Chipiona, marking the entrance to the Guadalquivir River. The tower features a white finish and is topped with a lantern and gallery, rising from a four-story square stone base attached to a two-story keeper's house. The light emits a single white flash every 10 seconds, visible for over 21 nautical miles. Its focal height reaches 69 meters above sea level.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is critical for guiding vessels safely into and out of the Guadalquivir River, a historically significant route to Seville.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
69m
Geographic Range
21.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1867

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Chipiona(0.8 km)
Admiralty No.
D2351
NGA No.
3880
ARLHS No.
SPA-301

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
63m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
stone

Structure: round cut stone tower with lantern and gallery, mounted on a 4-story square stone base and rising from the front of a 2-story keeper's house

Location

City
Chipiona
Country
🇪🇸Spain
Region
Andalusia
Sea Region
Atlantic coast of Spain, marking the entrance to the Guadalquivir River at Chipiona.
Latitude
36.7380°
Longitude
-6.4421°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Chipiona Lighthouse at night?+
Chipiona displays the characteristic Fl White 10s. 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 Chipiona Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Chipiona Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is CHIPIONA at 0.8 NM to the NE. Other ports served include SANLUCAR DE LA BARRA (5.3 NM NE), Rota (8.9 NM SE), SANTA MARIA (13.5 NM SE), Seña (14.1 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Chipiona Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Chipiona 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 Chipiona Lighthouse?+
Chipiona Lighthouse is located within the Strait of Gibraltar — the gateway between the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Chipiona Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Chipiona 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.