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Isola Chiesa Lighthouse

F Green🇮🇹La Maddalena, ITOperational

Location & Light Range

About Isola Chiesa Lighthouse

Also known as: Isola Chiesa (Maddalena Range Front)

Isola Chiesa is a 4-meter tall square concrete tower located on a small island that protects the harbor of La Maddalena, Sardinia. Painted white with a black vertical stripe, the structure stands 17 meters above sea level. It emits a continuous green light, visible for 12.4 nautical miles. The lighthouse is situated just 0.5 kilometers from the nearest port, La Maddalena, which is the largest town in the archipelago. This light aids navigation into the port.

Why it matters: The Isola Chiesa light is important for safeguarding the harbor of La Maddalena, the main town of the archipelago, by guiding vessels safely into port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Green
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Green
Raw Code
F G
Focal Height
17m
Geographic Range
12.4NM

Location

City
La Maddalena
Country
🇮🇹Italy
Region
Sardinia
Sea Region
A small island protecting the harbor of La Maddalena, the largest town of the islands.
Latitude
41.2135°
Longitude
9.4181°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
4m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white with a black vertical stripe
Material
concrete

Structure: square 1-story concrete building, painted white with a black vertical stripe

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
La Maddalena(0.5 km)
Admiralty No.
E0960
NGA No.
8760
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Isola Chiesa Lighthouse at night?+
Isola Chiesa displays the characteristic F Green. 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 Isola Chiesa Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Isola Chiesa Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is La Maddalena at 0.8 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Palau (2.5 NM SW), Cannigione (6.5 NM S), Porto Cervo (6.9 NM SE), Santa Teresa di Gallura (10.1 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Isola Chiesa Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Isola Chiesa 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 Isola Chiesa Lighthouse?+
Isola Chiesa 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 Isola Chiesa Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Isola Chiesa 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.