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Milnerton Lighthouse

Fl (3) W 20s🇿🇦Western South Africa, ZAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Milnerton Lighthouse

A white, round concrete tower, the Milnerton Lighthouse stands 21 meters tall. Its focal plane reaches 27 meters above sea level, providing a geographic range of 25 nautical miles. The light displays a white flash. The structure was commissioned on March 10, 1960, and is situated on the shore of Table Bay in Milnerton, Western South Africa. Its construction material is concrete.

Why it matters: The lighthouse's red sector is directed towards Robben Island.

Background
The Milnerton Lighthouse, commissioned on 1960-03-10, is located on Table Bay shore in Milnerton, South Africa. Its red sector covers Robben Island.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) W 20s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
20s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
27m
Geographic Range
25NM

Location

City
Western South Africa
Country
🇿🇦ZA
Latitude
-33.8819°
Longitude
18.4877°

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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
21m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: White round concrete tower; 72. F.R. 79 24

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
D5910
NGA No.
D 5910
Wikipedia
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Wikidata
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Milnerton Lighthouse at night?+
Milnerton displays the characteristic Fl (3) W 20s — 3 white flashes every 20 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 Milnerton Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Milnerton Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Paardeneiland at 2.3 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Cape Town (3.1 NM WSW), De Waterkant (3.7 NM WSW), Waterfront (4.1 NM WSW), HOUT BAY (12.3 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Milnerton Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Milnerton 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 Milnerton Lighthouse?+
Milnerton Lighthouse is located within the Cape of Good Hope route — the historic shipping route around the southern tip of Africa. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Milnerton Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Milnerton 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.