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Islote de la Aguilica Lighthouse

Fl Green 3s🇪🇸Águilas, ESOperational

Location & Light Range

About Islote de la Aguilica Lighthouse

The Islote de la Aguilica lighthouse stands on a small island east of the harbor entrance in Águilas, Spain. This multistage, square concrete tower, painted white, rises to a height of 10 meters. Its light, with a focal height of 19 meters, emits a green flash every three seconds. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 12.9 nautical miles. While the tower is closed to the public, the surrounding islet is accessible by boat.

Why it matters: This light is important for maritime traffic entering and exiting the harbor of Águilas, marking the safe channel from the east.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl G 3s
Focal Height
19m
Geographic Range
12.9NM

Location

City
Águilas
Country
🇪🇸Spain
Region
Region of Murcia
Sea Region
tiny island just off the east side of the entrance to the harbor of Águilas
Latitude
37.4034°
Longitude
-1.5661°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Aguilas(0.3 km)

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: multistage square concrete tower painted white

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Islote de la Aguilica Lighthouse at night?+
Islote de la Aguilica displays the characteristic Fl Green 3s. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Islote de la Aguilica Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Islote de la Aguilica Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Aguilas at 0.3 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Almendricos (11 NM WNW), Villaricos (16 NM SW), Garrucha (18 NM SW), Mazarron (18 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Islote de la Aguilica Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Islote de la Aguilica 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 Islote de la Aguilica Lighthouse?+
Islote de la Aguilica 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 Islote de la Aguilica Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Islote de la Aguilica 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.