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Illa des Penjats Lighthouse

Occ (3) White 14s🇪🇸Sant Josep de sa Talaia, ESOperational

Location & Light Range

About Illa des Penjats Lighthouse

Also known as: Illa des Penjats (Islote Ahorcados, Los Freus, Freu Grande)

This cylindrical masonry lighthouse stands 20 meters tall on a small islet 1.8 kilometers south of Ibiza's southernmost point. Originally built in 1856, its height was increased by 5 meters in 1861. The tower features distinctive black and white horizontal bands and is topped by a lantern and gallery, rising from a 1-story keeper's house. It emits three white flashes every 14 seconds. The site is open, but the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for guiding vessels through the difficult passage between Formentera and Ibiza, warning them of a barely-submerged ridge connecting the two islands.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Occ (3) White 14s
Flash Type
Occ
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
14s
Raw Code
Occ(3) W 14s
Focal Height
27m
Geographic Range
14.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1856

Significant events: Raised in height by 5m in 1861

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
20m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with black and white horizontal bands
Material
masonry

Structure: round masonry tower with lantern and gallery, rising from the center of a 1-story masonry keeper's house

Location

City
Sant Josep de sa Talaia
Country
🇪🇸Spain
Region
Balearic Islands
Sea Region
Located on an islet about 1.8 km south of the southernmost point of Ibiza, it guides ships through the difficult passage between Formentera and Ibiza, where the two islands are joined by a barely-submerged ridge that emerges in several islets.
Latitude
38.8921°
Longitude
1.3854°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Ibiza(2.7 km)
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Illa des Penjats Lighthouse at night?+
Illa des Penjats displays the characteristic Occ (3) White 14s — 3 white flashes every 14 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 Illa des Penjats Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Illa des Penjats Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Playa Den Bossa at 1.6 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Ibiza (2.9 NM ENE), Sa Canal (3.5 NM S), Sant Antoni de Portmany (6.4 NM NW), San Antonio (6.5 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Illa des Penjats Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Illa des Penjats 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 Illa des Penjats Lighthouse?+
Illa des Penjats 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 Illa des Penjats Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Illa des Penjats 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.