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Monte Louro Lighthouse

Fl White 12s🇪🇸Muros, ESOperational

Location & Light Range

About Monte Louro Lighthouse

Also known as: Monte Louro (Punta Queixal)

The Monte Louro Lighthouse was built in 1862 and stands at the end of a peninsula. This hexagonal granite tower, standing 7 meters tall, is topped with a lantern and gallery. It is attached to a small, one-story keeper's house. The focal height of the light is 27 meters above sea level, and it emits two white flashes followed by one white flash every 12 seconds. This light has a geographic range of 14.7 nautical miles. The site is open to visitors, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for vessels entering and exiting the Ría de Muros e Noia, providing a clear navigational aid at the northern approach to this Galician estuary.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 12s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Fl(2+1) W 12s
Focal Height
27m
Geographic Range
14.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1862

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
hexagonal
Tower Color
white
Material
granite

Structure: hexagonal granite tower with lantern and gallery, attached to the front of a small 1-story keeper's house

Location

City
Muros
Country
🇪🇸Spain
Region
Galicia
Sea Region
stands at the end of a south-pointing peninsula that shelters the northern entrance to the Ría de Muros e Noia, located about 3 km south of Louro.
Latitude
42.7395°
Longitude
-9.0788°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Muros(2.6 km)
Admiralty No.
D1784
NGA No.
2688
ARLHS No.
SPA-182
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Monte Louro Lighthouse at night?+
Monte Louro displays the characteristic Fl White 12s. 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 Monte Louro Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Monte Louro Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Muros at 3.1 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Son (Puerto del Son) (3.4 NM ESE), Porto do son (3.5 NM ESE), Portosin (6 NM ENE), POBRA DO CARAMINAL (10.2 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Monte Louro Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Monte Louro 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 Monte Louro Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Monte Louro 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.