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Los Farallónes Lighthouse

Occ W 4s🇪🇸Morocco (Mediterranean Coast), ESOperational

Location & Light Range

About Los Farallónes Lighthouse

This white metal framework structure stands 36 meters tall on Morocco's Mediterranean coast. Its focal plane is 21 meters above sea level. During the day, a white triangle pointing downwards serves as a daymark. The light characteristic is a single yellow flash, repeating every 2 seconds. A tide gauge station is also present at this location.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Occ W 4s
Flash Type
Occ
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Iso.Y. period 2s
Focal Height
21m
Geographic Range
6NM

Location

City
Morocco (Mediterranean Coast)
Country
🇪🇸ES
Latitude
35.4278°
Longitude
-2.9404°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
36m
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: White metal framework structure, white triangle, point down daymark; 36. TIDE GAUGE STATION

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
E6776
NGA No.
22768
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Los Farallónes Lighthouse at night?+
Los Farallónes displays the characteristic Occ W 4s — 1 white flash every 4 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.
Which ports and harbors does Los Farallónes Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Los Farallónes Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Melilla at 8.9 NM to the S. Other ports served include Nador (9.2 NM S), Ras El Ma (32.4 NM SE), SAIDIA (36.8 NM ESE), Al Hoceïma (49.2 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Los Farallónes Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Los Farallónes 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 Los Farallónes Lighthouse?+
Los Farallónes 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 Los Farallónes Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Los Farallónes 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.