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Ilhéus Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇧🇷Ilhéus, BROperational

Location & Light Range

About Ilhéus Lighthouse

Also known as: Ilhéus (Morro de Pernambuco)

The Ilhéus lighthouse, first illuminated in 1916, is a 10-meter tall, cylindrical concrete tower. The structure, covered with white tiles, reaches a focal plane of 35 meters. Its light produces a white flash every 10 seconds, with a geographic range of 16.2 nautical miles. Public access is permitted to the site, but the tower itself is not open for visits. It is situated 1.9 kilometers from the port of Ilheus.

Why it matters: This structure functions as a navigation aid, marking the port entrance for vessels approaching Ilhéus.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
35m
Geographic Range
16.2NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1916

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white tiles
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower with gallery covered with white tiles

Location

City
Ilhéus
Country
🇧🇷Brazil
Region
Bahia
Sea Region
Located on a bluff on the south side of the harbor entrance at Ilhéus.
Latitude
-14.8060°
Longitude
-39.0258°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Ilheus(1.9 km)
Admiralty No.
G0288
NGA No.
18160
ARLHS No.
BRA-054
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ilhéus Lighthouse at night?+
Ilhéus displays the characteristic Fl White 10s. 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 Ilhéus Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ilhéus Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Ilhéus at 1.6 NM to the NNW. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ilhéus Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ilhéus 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 Ilhéus Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ilhéus 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.