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Metropolitan City of Bari Lighthouses Lighthouse

Fl Red 5s🇮🇹Molfetta, ITOperational

Location & Light Range

About Metropolitan City of Bari Lighthouses Lighthouse

A green, cylindrical concrete post, 4 meters tall, marks the end of the west inner breakwater at Molfetta. This structure is centered on a round, single-story concrete equipment building. The light emits a single red flash every 5 seconds, visible for 8.4 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself cannot be entered. The lighthouse is situated in the Metropolitan City of Bari, on the Adriatic Sea.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides vessels navigating the busy approaches to Molfetta's port, particularly around the west inner breakwater. It assists numerous ferry and cargo ship movements within the Adriatic Sea.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl R 5s
Focal Height
5m
Geographic Range
8.4NM

Location

City
Molfetta
Country
🇮🇹Italy
Region
Apulia
Sea Region
Located at the end of the west inner breakwater at Molfetta, a major port in the Metropolitan City of Bari, Puglia Region, on the Adriatic Sea, serving over 20 ferry routes.
Latitude
41.2077°
Longitude
16.5906°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Molfetta(0.6 km)
Admiralty No.
E2254
NGA No.
10964
ARLHS No.
ITA-317

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
4m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
green
Material
concrete

Structure: post centered on a round 1-story concrete equipment building

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Metropolitan City of Bari Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Metropolitan City of Bari Lighthouses displays the characteristic Fl Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Metropolitan City of Bari Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Metropolitan City of Bari Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Molfetta at 0.1 NM to the N. Other ports served include Giovinazzo (3.9 NM ESE), Bisceglie (4.4 NM WNW), Trani (8.8 NM WNW), Bari (12.8 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Metropolitan City of Bari Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Metropolitan City of Bari Lighthouses 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 Metropolitan City of Bari Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
Metropolitan City of Bari Lighthouses 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 Metropolitan City of Bari Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Metropolitan City of Bari Lighthouses 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.