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Estaca de Bares Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 7.5s🇪🇸Mañón, ESOperational

Location & Light Range

About Estaca de Bares Lighthouse

Completed in 1850, the Estaca de Bares lighthouse stands on the northernmost point of Spain, marking the boundary between the Atlantic Ocean and the Bay of Biscay. This octagonal stone tower, measuring 10 meters in height, is attached to a two-story keeper's house complex. Its birdcage-style lantern emits a white light, producing a single white flash every 7.5 seconds from a focal height of 101 meters. The lighthouse is situated at the end of a 5 km long peninsula in Mañón, Galicia. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse was ordered in 1846 to illuminate the northwestern corner of the Iberian Peninsula, serving as a key navigational marker for traffic between the Atlantic and the Bay of Biscay.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 7.5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
7.5s
Raw Code
Fl W 7.5s
Focal Height
101m
Geographic Range
25NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1850

Significant events: Ordered in 1846 to light the northwestern corner of the Iberian Peninsula

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
gray stone
Material
stone

Structure: octagonal stone tower with a birdcage-style lantern and gallery, attached to a 2-story keeper's house complex

Location

City
Mañón
Country
🇪🇸Spain
Region
Galicia
Sea Region
Northernmost point of Spain, marking the boundary between the open Atlantic and the Mare Cantábrico (Bay of Biscay), located in Mañón at the tip of a 5 km long peninsula.
Latitude
43.7862°
Longitude
-7.6843°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Celeiro(7.4 km)
ARLHS No.
SPA-230
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Estaca de Bares Lighthouse at night?+
Estaca de Bares displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 7.5s — 2 white flashes every 7.5 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Estaca de Bares Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Estaca de Bares Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is CELEIRO at 7.4 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Viveiro (8.1 NM SSE), Cariño (8.5 NM WSW), SANTA MARTA ORTIGUEI (9.7 NM SW), Ortigueira (10.2 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Estaca de Bares Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Estaca de Bares 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 Estaca de Bares Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Estaca de Bares 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.