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Isola di Ponza Lighthouse

Fl Green 3s🇮🇹Ponza, ITOperational

Location & Light Range

About Isola di Ponza Lighthouse

Also known as: Isola di Ponza (Scoglio Ravia)

This post light displays a green signal from a 6-meter-high square stone tower, adorned with orange paint and white trim. The tower sits on a square stone foundation, connected to a 1-story structure. Its light reaches a focal height of 26 meters, with a visibility range of 14.5 nautical miles. The characteristic is a single green flash repeating every three seconds (Fl G 3s). The lighthouse is situated at the harbor entrance of Ponza, positioned on a large rock to the north. The location is open for visits, but entry into the tower is not permitted.

Why it matters: This light serves as a navigation aid, marking the northern side of the channel leading into Ponza's harbor. Its distinct green flash pattern aids mariners in identifying the entrance and navigating past submerged dangers.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl G 3s
Focal Height
26m
Geographic Range
14.5NM

Location

City
Ponza
Country
🇮🇹Italy
Region
Lazio
Sea Region
entrance to the harbor of Ponza, atop a large rock on the north side
Latitude
40.9000°
Longitude
12.9654°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Ponza(0.1 km)
Admiralty No.
E1582
NGA No.
9240
ARLHS No.
ITA-240

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
orange with white trim
Material
stone

Structure: post light centered on a square stone tower adjoining a large 1-story building

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Isola di Ponza Lighthouse at night?+
Isola di Ponza 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 Isola di Ponza Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Isola di Ponza Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ponza at 0.1 NM to the E. Other ports served include San Felice Circeo (20.7 NM NNE), Ventotene (22.2 NM ESE), Terracina (26.6 NM NNE), Sperlonga (30.1 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Isola di Ponza Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Isola di Ponza 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 di Ponza Lighthouse?+
Isola di Ponza 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 di Ponza Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Isola di Ponza 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.