Cristóvão Pereira Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇧🇷Southern Brazil, BROperational

Location & Light Range

About Cristóvão Pereira Lighthouse

Constructed in 1887, the Cristóvão Pereira lighthouse became operational in the same year. The structure measures 28 meters in height, with its light positioned at a focal plane of 30 meters above sea level. It emits a white light. The lighthouse is located in Southern Brazil.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Focal Height
30m

Construction & History

Year Built
1887

References & Identifiers

Wikidata
Q3378125 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
28m

Location

City
Southern Brazil
Country
🇧🇷BR
Latitude
-31.0635°
Longitude
-51.1651°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cristóvão Pereira Lighthouse at night?

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Cristóvão Pereira displays the characteristic Fl W 10s — 1 white flash 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.

Is Cristóvão Pereira Lighthouse still active and maintained?

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Yes, Cristóvão Pereira 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 Cristóvão Pereira Lighthouse?

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You can track vessels near Cristóvão Pereira 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.

What is the Cristóvão Pereira lighthouse used for?

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It is a fixed navigational aid on the coast at Southern Brazil, BR. Mariners identify it by its light characteristic — the pattern, colour and timing of its flashes — which is unique among the lights in its area, so a bearing on it fixes a vessel’s position without instruments.