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Lagos West Mole Lighthouse

Fl (2) Red 6s🇵🇹Lagos, PTOperational

Location & Light Range

About Lagos West Mole Lighthouse

This concrete lighthouse, painted with red and white horizontal bands, stands 7 meters tall with its light at a focal height of 10 meters. It is a pyramidal structure with a gallery, located at the end of the west mole guarding the entrance to Lagos harbor. Its red light flashes once every 6 seconds, offering a geographic range of 10.4 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself cannot be entered.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is indispensable for the safe passage of maritime traffic into and out of Lagos harbor, addressing navigational challenges at the harbor entrance.

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

City
Lagos
Country
🇵🇹Portugal
Region
Faro
Sea Region
Located at the end of the mole on the west side of the entrance to Lagos harbor.
Latitude
37.0987°
Longitude
-8.6668°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Lagos(0.0 km)
ARLHS No.
POR-091

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
pyramidal
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: rectangular pyramidal concrete tower with gallery, painted with red and white horizontal bands

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Lagos West Mole Lighthouse at night?+
Lagos West Mole 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 Lagos West Mole Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Lagos West Mole Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Lagos at 0.5 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Burgau (5.2 NM WSW), Portimao (6.8 NM ENE), Benagil (11.2 NM E), Sagres (13.5 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Lagos West Mole Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Lagos West Mole 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 Lagos West Mole Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Lagos West Mole 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.