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Isolotto Figarolo Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇮🇹Figari/Golfo Aranci, ITOperational

Location & Light Range

About Isolotto Figarolo Lighthouse

Also known as: Isolotto Figarolo (Figarello)

A cylindrical masonry tower, 6 meters in height, is situated on Isolotto Figarolo. It features a lantern and gallery and is covered with tiles. The structure is white with a single black horizontal band. First illuminated in 1915, the lighthouse emits a white flash every 5 seconds. Its focal plane reaches 71 meters above sea level, with a geographic range of 21.5 nautical miles. The tower is positioned at the northern entry to the Golfo di Olbia and the eastern entry to the Golfo di Aranci.

Why it matters: This lighthouse serves as a navigation aid marking the entrances to the Golfo di Olbia and the Golfo di Aranci, assisting vessels in navigating past the island.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
71m
Geographic Range
21.5NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1915

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Golfo Aranci(1.3 km)
Admiralty No.
E1010
NGA No.
8664
ARLHS No.
SAR-027

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with one black horizontal band
Material
masonry

Structure: square cylindrical masonry tower with lantern and gallery, covered with tiles colored white with one black horizontal band

Location

City
Figari/Golfo Aranci
Country
🇮🇹Italy
Region
Sardinia
Sea Region
Figarolo is a small, steeply mountainous island on the north side of the entrance to the Golfo di Olbia and the east side of the entrance to the smaller Golfo di Aranci.
Latitude
40.9801°
Longitude
9.6446°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Isolotto Figarolo Lighthouse at night?+
Isolotto Figarolo displays the characteristic Fl White 5s. 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Isolotto Figarolo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Isolotto Figarolo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Golfo Aranci at 1.3 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Olbia (6.2 NM WSW), Porto Cervo (10.7 NM NNW), Cannigione (11.9 NM NW), Palau (16.8 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Isolotto Figarolo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Isolotto Figarolo 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 Isolotto Figarolo Lighthouse?+
Isolotto Figarolo 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 Isolotto Figarolo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Isolotto Figarolo 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.