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Faro Range Front Lighthouse

Fl Red 3s🇵🇹Faro, PTOperational

Location & Light Range

About Faro Range Front Lighthouse

This active navigational aid is located in Faro, Portugal, near the city's port. It projects a red light that flashes every three seconds from a focal height of 11 meters. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 10.7 nautical miles. Visitors can explore the grounds surrounding the structure, though interior access to the tower is not permitted. It serves to guide maritime traffic in the area.

Why it matters: This lighthouse forms part of a range system, assisting vessels in maintaining a specific course for safe passage.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl R 3s
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Location

City
Faro
Country
🇵🇹Portugal
Region
Faro
Latitude
37.0126°
Longitude
-7.9161°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Faro(0.9 km)

Tower & Structure

Structure: Faro Range Front (2) is an active navigational aid situated in Portugal. It emits a red flash every three seconds from a focal plane of 11 meters, guiding maritime traffic in its vicinity. While the site is open for visitors to explore the grounds, access to the tower itself is currently closed, allowing appreciation of its presence from the base.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Faro Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Faro Range Front displays the characteristic Fl Red 3s. 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Faro Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Faro Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Faro at 1 NM to the W. Other ports served include Olhão (4.2 NM ENE), Fuzeta (8.3 NM ENE), Quarteira (9.4 NM WNW), Olhos de Água (13.5 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Faro Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Faro Range Front 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 Faro Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Faro Range Front 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.