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Imbituba Lighthouse

Fl (3) White 15s🇧🇷Imbituba, BROperational

Location & Light Range

About Imbituba Lighthouse

The Imbituba Lighthouse stands on a bluff on a hook-shaped peninsula that shelters the harbor at Imbituba, Brazil. The current square, pyramidal masonry tower, standing 7 meters tall, was built in 1918. It houses a service room below a gallery from which the light operates, rather than a traditional lantern. The focal height is 69 meters. The active light emits white flashes every 15 seconds, visible for over 21 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for guiding vessels into Imbituba's harbor, marking the entrance past the peninsula's natural contours. Its unique design, featuring the light on a gallery, is architecturally noteworthy.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) White 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl W 15s
Focal Height
69m
Light Range
21NM (38.9 km)
Geographic Range
21.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1918
First Lit
1882

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
masonry

Structure: square pyramidal masonry tower with gallery but no lantern, mounted atop a square 1-story masonry service room

Location

City
Imbituba
Country
🇧🇷Brazil
Region
Santa Catarina
Sea Region
on a bluff on a hook-shaped peninsula sheltering the harbor at Imbituba
Latitude
-28.2337°
Longitude
-48.6466°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Imbituba(0.9 km)
Admiralty No.
G0592
NGA No.
110-18900
ARLHS No.
BRA-055
Wikidata
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Imbituba Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 69 meters and a nominal range of 21 nautical miles (approximately 38.9 km), Imbituba is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. Lights of this range are typically used as landfall lights by vessels approaching from the open sea.
How do mariners identify Imbituba Lighthouse at night?+
Imbituba displays the characteristic Fl (3) White 15s — 3 white flashes 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Imbituba Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Imbituba Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Imbituba at 1 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include LAGUNA (17.2 NM SSW), Florianopolis (38.1 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Imbituba Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Imbituba 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 Imbituba Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Imbituba 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.