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Faro Range Rear Lighthouse

Oc Red 6s🇵🇹Faro, PTOperational

Location & Light Range

About Faro Range Rear Lighthouse

This square concrete tower, standing 21 meters tall, is integrated into the church of Santo António do Alto in Faro. Its red light is visible for 20.5 nautical miles, showing an occulting red flash every 6 seconds. The structure's focal height reaches 63 meters above sea level. Operational since at least 2021, it forms part of a navigational range guiding vessels toward the port. The tower is part of the church itself, blending with the urban landscape.

Why it matters: This range rear light is essential for vessels navigating the approach to Faro, working with a front light to establish a precise line of bearing for safe passage. Its integration into the Santo António do Alto church tower is a unique architectural example of repurposing urban structures for maritime safety.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc Red 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
Red
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc R 6s
Focal Height
63m
Geographic Range
20.5NM

Location

City
Faro
Country
🇵🇹Portugal
Region
Faro
Sea Region
Located at the church of Santo António do Alto in Faro.
Latitude
37.0184°
Longitude
-7.9202°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
21m
Tower Shape
square
Material
concrete

Structure: square concrete church tower with a light mounted at the top

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Faro(0.9 km)
Admiralty No.
D2214.1.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Faro Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Faro Range Rear displays the characteristic Oc Red 6s. 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 Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Faro Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Faro at 0.8 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Olhão (4.3 NM ENE), Fuzeta (8.4 NM ENE), Quarteira (9.1 NM WNW), Olhos de Água (13.2 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Faro Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Faro Range Rear 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 Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Faro Range Rear 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.