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Islotes Las Serralleiras Lighthouse

Fl Green 4s🇪🇸ESOperational

Location & Light Range

About Islotes Las Serralleiras Lighthouse

A cylindrical stone tower, 6 meters high, marks the Islotes Las Serralleiras reef on the southern approach to the Ría de Vigo. Painted white with a thin green band encircling the top, the structure stands 11 meters above sea level. This active lighthouse emits a single green flash every 4 seconds, visible for over 10 nautical miles. The site can be reached by boat, but the tower itself is not open to the public. The nearest port is Baiona, located 2.1 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for safe navigation into the Ría de Vigo, specifically identifying a submerged reef on the southern side of the entrance.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl G 4s
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Location

Country
🇪🇸Spain
Sea Region
Ría de Vigo, marking a reef on the south side of the entrance
Latitude
42.1466°
Longitude
-8.8779°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Baiona(2.1 km)
Admiralty No.
D1907
NGA No.
2938

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a thin green band at the top
Material
stone

Structure: round stone tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Islotes Las Serralleiras Lighthouse at night?+
Islotes Las Serralleiras displays the characteristic Fl Green 4s. 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 Islotes Las Serralleiras Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Islotes Las Serralleiras Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is BAIONA at 2.1 NM to the SE. Other ports served include DARBO (7.2 NM NNE), CANGAS (7.9 NM NNE), Cangas (7.9 NM NNE), Vigo (9 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Islotes Las Serralleiras Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Islotes Las Serralleiras 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 Islotes Las Serralleiras Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Islotes Las Serralleiras 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.