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Fort do Santo (Santa Cruz da Graciosa) Lighthouse

Fl Red 4s🇵🇹Santa Cruz da Graciosa, PTOperational

Location & Light Range

About Fort do Santo (Santa Cruz da Graciosa) Lighthouse

This active lighthouse is situated on the north coast of Graciosa island, in the town of Santa Cruz da Graciosa. The structure consists of a 6-meter tall, red, skeletal tower that is attached to the front of a small equipment shed. Its light, red in color, emits a single flash every 4 seconds. The focal height of the light is 14 meters, providing a geographic range of 11.6 nautical miles. The tower's design is a practical departure from more conventional lighthouse architecture.

Why it matters: This light serves as a navigational aid for vessels approaching the north coast of Graciosa island.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl R 4s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Location

City
Santa Cruz da Graciosa
Country
🇵🇹Portugal
Sea Region
North coast of Graciosa island, in Santa Cruz da Graciosa.
Latitude
39.0887°
Longitude
-28.0085°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
red

Structure: ladder-like skeletal tower attached to the front of a small equipment shed

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Praia da Graciosa(3.0 km)
Admiralty No.
D2674
NGA No.
23488
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Fort do Santo (Santa Cruz da Graciosa) Lighthouse at night?+
Fort do Santo (Santa Cruz da Graciosa) displays the characteristic Fl Red 4s. 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 Fort do Santo (Santa Cruz da Graciosa) Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Fort do Santo (Santa Cruz da Graciosa) Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Santa Cruz da Graciosa at 0.4 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Praia da Graciosa (2.9 NM SE), Velas (26.6 NM SSW), Calheta, Island São Jorge (29.3 NM S), Topo (34 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Fort do Santo (Santa Cruz da Graciosa) Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Fort do Santo (Santa Cruz da Graciosa) 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 Fort do Santo (Santa Cruz da Graciosa) Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Fort do Santo (Santa Cruz da Graciosa) 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.