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Ilha do Frade Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 6s🇧🇷Salvador, BROperational

Location & Light Range

About Ilha do Frade Lighthouse

Also known as: Ilha do Frade (Ilha dos Frades)

First lit in 1892, the Ilha do Frade lighthouse is a white concrete tower with a cylindrical shape. Standing 5 meters tall, its light is situated at a focal height of 35 meters. The structure emits a white flash every 6 seconds, visible for 16.2 nautical miles. Originally, the light was housed on an iron pillar before the current concrete tower was established. The lighthouse is located at the south point of Ilha dos Frades, an island in the northern Bahia Todos os Santos, near Salvador. The site is open to the public, but the tower remains closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the southern extremity of Ilha dos Frades within the Bahia Todos os Santos, aiding navigation in the bay.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
35m
Geographic Range
16.2NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1892

Significant events: Original light on an iron pillar

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: square cylindrical white concrete tower

Location

City
Salvador
Country
🇧🇷Brazil
Region
Bahia
Sea Region
Located at the south point of Ilha dos Frades, a large island in the northern portion of the Bahia Todos os Santos, in front of the historic church of Nossa Senhora de Guadalupe.
Latitude
-12.8135°
Longitude
-38.6407°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Madre de Deus(4.0 km)
ARLHS No.
BRA-045
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ilha do Frade Lighthouse at night?+
Ilha do Frade displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 6s — 2 white flashes every 6 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 Ilha do Frade Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ilha do Frade Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Madre de Deus at 3.9 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Itaparica (6.8 NM S), Aratu Pt / Candeias (9.4 NM E), Salvador (11.8 NM SE), Maragogipe (16.4 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ilha do Frade Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ilha do Frade 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 do Frade Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ilha do Frade 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.