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Foce Aloisa Lighthouse

F Red🇮🇹Zapponeta, ITOperational

Location & Light Range

About Foce Aloisa Lighthouse

Foce Aloisa is a lighthouse located at the end of a pier approximately 5 kilometers southeast of Zapponeta, Italy. The structure features a yellow post supporting a red light, mounted atop a two-story square pierhead building. It stands 16 meters above the water, offering a geographic range of 12.2 nautical miles. This light marks the terminus of the pier extending into the Adriatic Sea. It guides maritime traffic, especially smaller vessels, into the port facilities.

Why it matters: This light is important for local navigation, assisting vessels in safely approaching the pier and port facilities near Zapponeta.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Red
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Red
Raw Code
F R
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
12.2NM

Location

City
Zapponeta
Country
🇮🇹Italy
Region
Apulia
Sea Region
Located at the end of a pier about 5 km southeast of Zapponeta, Italy.
Latitude
41.4324°
Longitude
16.0049°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
yellow post

Structure: A light mounted on a yellow post atop a 2-story square pierhead building.

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Margherita di Savoia(6.2 km)
Admiralty No.
E2275
NGA No.
11008
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Foce Aloisa Lighthouse at night?+
Foce Aloisa displays the characteristic F Red. 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 Foce Aloisa Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Foce Aloisa Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Margherita di Savoia at 6.4 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Manfredonia (12.2 NM NNW), Barletta (14.2 NM ESE), Trani (20.8 NM ESE), Bisceglie (25.2 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Foce Aloisa Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Foce Aloisa 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 Foce Aloisa Lighthouse?+
Foce Aloisa Lighthouse is located within the Mediterranean East-West corridor — a major trade route spanning the Mediterranean from Gibraltar to the Suez Canal. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Foce Aloisa Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Foce Aloisa 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.