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Getaria Lighthouse

Fl (4) White 15s🇪🇸Getaria, ESOperational

Location & Light Range

About Getaria Lighthouse

Also known as: Getaria (Guetaria, Punta de San Antón)

The Getaria Lighthouse, built in 1863, is a cylindrical masonry tower standing 14 meters tall and situated 93 meters above sea level. It features a white octagonal structure with a lantern and a double gallery, attached to a two-story keeper's house. This lighthouse emits a white flash every 15 seconds, visible for over 24 nautical miles. The installation of a modern lantern increased the light's focal height from its original elevation. Its location is at the end of a peninsula near the town of Getaria in the Basque Country.

Why it matters: This lighthouse warns vessels about the peninsula at Guetaria, which extends into the ocean.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (4) White 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
4 flashes
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl W 15s
Focal Height
93m
Geographic Range
24.1NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1863

Significant events: Modern lantern raised the height of the light from the original 90 m (295 ft)

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Getaria(0.3 km)
ARLHS No.
SPA-216

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
masonry

Structure: octagonal cylindrical masonry tower with lantern and double gallery, attached to one end of a 2-story keeper's house

Location

City
Getaria
Country
🇪🇸Spain
Region
Autonomous Community of the Basque Country
Sea Region
End of a rugged peninsula projecting into the ocean at Guetaria
Latitude
43.3104°
Longitude
-2.2012°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Getaria Lighthouse at night?+
Getaria displays the characteristic Fl (4) White 15s — 4 white flashes every 15 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 Getaria Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Getaria Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is GUETARIA at 0.3 NM to the S. Other ports served include ZUMAYA (2.4 NM WSW), ORIO (3.6 NM ESE), Deba (6.5 NM W), Motrico (Mutriku) (8 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Getaria Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Getaria 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 Getaria Lighthouse?+
Getaria 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 Getaria Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Getaria 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.