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Isola del Tino Lighthouse

Fl🇮🇹Portovenere, ITOperational

Location & Light Range

About Isola del Tino Lighthouse

Also known as: Isola del Tino (Faro San Venerio)

Constructed in 1840, the Isola del Tino lighthouse stands as a cylindrical stone tower, 13 meters in height, with an attached two-story keeper's house. The structure featured a gallery, though its lantern has since been removed. It was first lit in 1840 and its light had a geographic range of 26.6 nautical miles. The lighthouse emitted three white flashes every 15 seconds. Its operational period was brief; it was deactivated in 1884 and superseded by a taller tower built nearby. The original tower, now inactive, is located on a wedge-shaped island off the western entrance to the Golfo della Spezia.

Why it matters: The early replacement of this lighthouse illustrates the ongoing need for improved navigational aids in busy shipping lanes and marked the western approach to the harbor of La Spezia.

Background
San Venerio Lighthouse is an active lighthouse on the island of Tino, in the comune of Porto Venere in the Province of La Spezia, Liguria, Italy. Its construction began in 1839, and was completed in 1840. It illuminates and guides the sailors in that part of Ligurian Sea. It is named for Venerius the Hermit, the patron saint of lighthouse keepers.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl
Flash Type
Flashing
Raw Code
Fl(3) W 15s
Focal Height
117m
Light Range
25NM (46.3 km)
Geographic Range
26.6NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1840

Significant events: Inactive since 1884, replaced by taller tower in 1884

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Portovenere(1.5 km)
Admiralty No.
E1262
NGA No.
113-7696
ARLHS No.
ITA-058
Wikipedia
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Wikidata
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
stone

Structure: round cylindrical stone tower with gallery, attached to one corner of a 2-story keeper's house; lantern removed

Location

City
Portovenere
Country
🇮🇹Italy
Region
Liguria
Sea Region
Isola del Tino, a wedge-shaped island off the western entrance to the Golfo della Spezia, the harbor of La Spezia, facing the Ligurian Sea.
Latitude
44.0266°
Longitude
9.8496°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Isola del Tino Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 117 meters and a nominal range of 25 nautical miles (approximately 46.3 km), Isola del Tino 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 Isola del Tino Lighthouse at night?+
Isola del Tino displays the characteristic Fl. 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.
Which ports and harbors does Isola del Tino Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Isola del Tino Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Portovenere at 1.7 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include LE GRAZIE (2.5 NM N), Lerici (3.9 NM NE), La Spezia (4.7 NM N), Rio Maggiore (6.7 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Isola del Tino Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Isola del Tino 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 Isola del Tino Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Isola del Tino 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.