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La Spezia Diga Foranea Estremità Est (Rada di La Spezia) Lighthouse

Fl (2) Red 6s🇮🇹ITOperational

Location & Light Range

About La Spezia Diga Foranea Estremità Est (Rada di La Spezia) Lighthouse

This cylindrical masonry tower, painted red and topped with a lantern and gallery, stands 8 meters high. Its focal plane is situated 10 meters above sea level. Positioned at the eastern extremity of La Spezia's outer breakwater, it marks the Passo di Levante channel. This channel lies between the breakwater and the shore, south of Muggiano and off Punta Santa Teresa. The lighthouse emits a red flash every 6 seconds and has a geographic range of 10.4 nautical miles. It is located 0.8 kilometers from the port of La Spezia.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is indispensable for safe passage through the Passo di Levante, guiding vessels between the breakwater and the shore into La Spezia's protected waters.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) Red 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl R 6s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Location

Country
🇮🇹Italy
Sea Region
East end of the outer breakwater of La Spezia, off Punta Santa Teresa south of Muggiano, marking the Passo di Levante gap between the breakwater and the shore.
Latitude
44.0791°
Longitude
9.8788°

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red

Structure: round masonry tower with lantern and gallery, painted red

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
La Spezia(0.8 km)
ARLHS No.
ITA-217
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify La Spezia Diga Foranea Estremità Est (Rada di La Spezia) Lighthouse at night?+
La Spezia Diga Foranea Estremità Est (Rada di La Spezia) displays the characteristic Fl (2) Red 6s — 2 red flashes every 6 seconds. 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does La Spezia Diga Foranea Estremità Est (Rada di La Spezia) Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
La Spezia Diga Foranea Estremità Est (Rada di La Spezia) Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Lerici at 1.3 NM to the E. Other ports served include LE GRAZIE (1.9 NM WSW), Portovenere (2.3 NM SW), La Spezia (2.4 NM NW), Rio Maggiore (6.4 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is La Spezia Diga Foranea Estremità Est (Rada di La Spezia) Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, La Spezia Diga Foranea Estremità Est (Rada di La Spezia) 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 La Spezia Diga Foranea Estremità Est (Rada di La Spezia) Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near La Spezia Diga Foranea Estremità Est (Rada di La Spezia) 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.