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Ilha Da Galé Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇧🇷Southern Brazil, BROperational

Location & Light Range

About Ilha Da Galé Lighthouse

This white tower stands 78 meters tall, with its focal height also reaching 78 meters above sea level. The lighthouse emits a white flashing light. It is situated in Southern Brazil.

Why it matters: The lighthouse has a geographic range of 8 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
78m
Geographic Range
8NM

Location

City
Southern Brazil
Country
🇧🇷BR
Latitude
-27.1830°
Longitude
-48.4112°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
78m
Tower Color
white

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
G0558
NGA No.
18848
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ilha Da Galé Lighthouse at night?+
Ilha Da Galé displays the characteristic Fl W 10s — 1 white flash every 10 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.
Which ports and harbors does Ilha Da Galé Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ilha Da Galé Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Porto Belo at 7.3 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include CAMBORIU (15.1 NM NW), Balneário Camboriú (16.9 NM NW), Itajaí (21.5 NM NW), Navegantes (21.8 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ilha Da Galé Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ilha Da Galé 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 Ilha Da Galé Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ilha Da Galé 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.