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Marina di Carrara Leading Lighthouse

F White/Red/Green🇮🇹Carrara, ITOperational

Location & Light Range

About Marina di Carrara Leading Lighthouse

This gray, cylindrical steel tower stands 30 meters tall on the west breakwater of Marina di Carrara's harbor. With a focal height of 32 meters, it emits white, red, and green lights, providing directional guidance. The light has a geographic range of 15.7 nautical miles. Although the site is open to visitors, the tower itself is closed to the public. The nearest port is Marina di Carrara, located 0.8 kilometers away. This navigational aid is actively operational.

Why it matters: This light is indispensable for guiding ships into Carrara's harbor, a critical hub for the international marble trade. Its continuous, multi-colored sector light provides precise directional guidance, allowing mariners to safely navigate the specific channels required for entry and departure from this busy industrial port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F White/Red/Green
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Raw Code
F W R G
Focal Height
32m
Geographic Range
15.7NM

Location

City
Carrara
Country
🇮🇹Italy
Region
Tuscany
Sea Region
Carrara's harbor, on the west breakwater
Latitude
44.0336°
Longitude
10.0350°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Marina di Carrara(0.8 km)
Admiralty No.
E1328.5
NGA No.
7833

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
30m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
gray
Material
steel

Structure: A 30m cylindrical steel post, painted gray.

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 Marina di Carrara Leading Lighthouse at night?+
Marina di Carrara Leading displays the characteristic F White/Red/Green. 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 white/red/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Marina di Carrara Leading Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Marina di Carrara Leading Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Marina di Carrara at 0.3 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Marina di Massa (3 NM ESE), Lerici (6 NM WNW), Portovenere (8.6 NM W), LE GRAZIE (8.7 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Marina di Carrara Leading Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Marina di Carrara Leading 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 Marina di Carrara Leading Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Marina di Carrara Leading 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.