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Marina di Scarlino (Etrusca Marina) Port Office Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇮🇹Scarlino, ITOperational

Location & Light Range

About Marina di Scarlino (Etrusca Marina) Port Office Lighthouse

This operational light is housed within a 16-meter tall cylindrical stone tower at the Marina di Scarlino port office in Tuscany, Italy. The tower features a bluntly conical base designed to withstand wave action. Its light emits a white flash every 5 seconds from a focal height of 8 meters, providing a geographic range of 9.7 nautical miles. The structure, painted red, includes a lantern and gallery. The nearest port, Follonica, is 2.4 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This light guides vessels to the Marina di Scarlino port office, a key point within the busy harbor. Its private maintenance reflects a local commitment to maritime safety for the many boats that use this popular Tuscan marina.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
8m
Geographic Range
9.7NM

Location

City
Scarlino
Country
🇮🇹Italy
Region
Tuscany
Sea Region
Marina di Scarlino, Etrusca Marina port office
Latitude
42.8871°
Longitude
10.7859°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
16m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
stone

Structure: round stone tower with lantern and gallery; the tower has a bluntly conical base to resist the waves

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Follonica(2.4 km)
Admiralty No.
E1462.2
NGA No.
8976
ARLHS No.
ITA-160
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Marina di Scarlino (Etrusca Marina) Port Office Lighthouse at night?+
Marina di Scarlino (Etrusca Marina) Port Office displays the characteristic Fl White 5s. 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 color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Marina di Scarlino (Etrusca Marina) Port Office Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Marina di Scarlino (Etrusca Marina) Port Office Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Follonica at 1 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Castiglione della Pescaia (8.6 NM SSE), Piombino (10.8 NM WNW), Marina di Grosseto (13.6 NM SE), Cavo (16 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Marina di Scarlino (Etrusca Marina) Port Office Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Marina di Scarlino (Etrusca Marina) Port Office 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 Marina di Scarlino (Etrusca Marina) Port Office Lighthouse?+
Marina di Scarlino (Etrusca Marina) Port Office 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 Marina di Scarlino (Etrusca Marina) Port Office Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Marina di Scarlino (Etrusca Marina) Port Office 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.