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Ilha Maricás Lighthouse

Fl W 15s🇧🇷Southeastern Brazil, BROperational

Location & Light Range

About Ilha Maricás Lighthouse

Ilha Maricás lighthouse stands 80 meters tall with its light positioned at the same elevation. The structure is painted white. Its white light produces a long flash characteristic. The geographic range for this light is 16 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
15s
Raw Code
LFl
Focal Height
80m
Geographic Range
16NM

Location

City
Southeastern Brazil
Country
🇧🇷BR
Latitude
-23.0152°
Longitude
-42.9202°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
80m
Tower Color
white

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
G0358
NGA No.
18368
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ilha Maricás Lighthouse at night?+
Ilha Maricás displays the characteristic Fl W 15s — 1 white flash 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.
Which ports and harbors does Ilha Maricás Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ilha Maricás Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Maricá at 8.2 NM to the NE. Other ports served include São Gonçalo (13.1 NM NNW), Niterói (13.8 NM NW), Sao Cristovao (15.4 NM NW), Rio de Janeiro (17.4 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ilha Maricás Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ilha Maricás 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 Maricás Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ilha Maricás 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.