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Le Pedagne Lighthouse

Fl (2) Red 6s🇮🇹Brindisi, ITOperational

Location & Light Range

About Le Pedagne Lighthouse

Also known as: Le Pedagne (Isolotto Traversa)

Established in 1861, Le Pedagne Lighthouse is a cylindrical masonry tower standing 18.5 meters tall. Its light displays a red flash every 6 seconds, visible for 13.4 nautical miles. The structure includes a lantern and gallery atop a circular keeper's house. This lighthouse is positioned on a reef marking the entrance to Brindisi harbor, approximately 0.2 kilometers from the nearest port. It remains operational, guiding vessels through the waters.

Why it matters: Le Pedagne Lighthouse is essential for navigation into Brindisi harbor, alerting vessels to the reef in the channel entrance. Its unique design, with the tower centered on a circular keeper's house, makes it a distinct landmark.

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
21m
Geographic Range
13.4NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1861

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Brindisi(0.2 km)
ARLHS No.
ITA-175

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
18.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white

Structure: round masonry tower with lantern and gallery, centered on a circular 1-story keeper's house

Location

City
Brindisi
Country
🇮🇹Italy
Region
Apulia
Sea Region
reef in the middle of the entrance to Brindisi harbor
Latitude
40.6577°
Longitude
17.9907°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Le Pedagne Lighthouse at night?+
Le Pedagne 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 Le Pedagne Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Le Pedagne Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Brindisi at 1.5 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include VILLANOVA DI OSTUNI (20 NM WNW), San Cataldo (21.1 NM SE), PORTO CESAREO (24.4 NM S), Santa Foca di Melendugno (28.2 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Le Pedagne Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Le Pedagne 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 Le Pedagne Lighthouse?+
Le Pedagne 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 Le Pedagne Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Le Pedagne 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.