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Madalena North Mole Lighthouse

Oc Red 3s🇵🇹Madalena, PTOperational

Location & Light Range

About Madalena North Mole Lighthouse

A round cylindrical concrete tower, standing 8 meters tall, marks the end of the north breakwater in Madalena. The structure is painted with horizontal red and white bands and emits a red occulting light every 3 seconds, visible for 11 nautical miles. Its focal height is 12 meters above sea level. The site is open to the public, though access to the tower itself is restricted. This lighthouse is located near the island's northwestern tip.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for guiding ferries and other vessels safely into Madalena harbor, clearly marking the breakwater's end.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc Red 3s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
Red
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Oc R 3s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Location

City
Madalena
Country
🇵🇹Portugal
Sea Region
Located at the end of the north breakwater on the waterfront of Madalena, near the northwestern tip of the island, offering a good view from ferries arriving from Horta on Faial.
Latitude
38.5364°
Longitude
-28.5324°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Madalena(0.1 km)
ARLHS No.
AZO-028

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with horizontal red and white bands
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower, painted with horizontal red and white 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 Madalena North Mole Lighthouse at night?+
Madalena North Mole displays the characteristic Oc Red 3s. 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 Madalena North Mole Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Madalena North Mole Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Madalena (Madalena do Pico) at 0.1 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Horta (4.3 NM W), Cais do Pico (9.9 NM E), Capelo (12.1 NM WNW), Lajes (15.6 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Madalena North Mole Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Madalena North 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 Madalena North Mole Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Madalena North 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.