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Noia District Lighthouse Lighthouse

Oc White/Red 3s🇪🇸O Porto do Son, ESOperational

Location & Light Range

About Noia District Lighthouse Lighthouse

The Noia District Lighthouse is a square stone tower standing 4 meters tall, located on a headland on the east side of the Ría de Muros y Noia near O Porto do Son. Its focal height reaches 37 meters, and it emits an occulting white and red light with a 3-second cycle. Originally, the light was shown through a window within the tower, but it has since been moved to the top. The lighthouse maintains a geographic range of 16.6 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for safe passage within the Ría de Muros y Noia, guiding vessels around the headland. Its past adaptation of relocating the light from a window to the tower's summit reflects changes in navigational practices.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red 3s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Oc W R 3s
Focal Height
37m
Geographic Range
16.6NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Lights moved from window to atop the tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
4m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white and red
Material
stone

Structure: square stone tower; the lights were origianlly shown through a window but they have now moved atop the tower

Location

City
O Porto do Son
Country
🇪🇸Spain
Region
Galicia
Sea Region
A headland on the east side of the Ría de Muros y Noia.
Latitude
42.7388°
Longitude
-8.9900°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Porto do son(0.8 km)
Admiralty No.
D1792
NGA No.
2700
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Noia District Lighthouse Lighthouse at night?+
Noia District Lighthouse displays the characteristic Oc White/Red 3s. 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 color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Noia District Lighthouse Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Noia District Lighthouse Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Porto do son at 0.8 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Son (Puerto del Son) (0.9 NM SW), Portosin (2.3 NM NE), Muros (3.1 NM NW), Outes (7.8 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Noia District Lighthouse Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Noia District Lighthouse 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 Noia District Lighthouse Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Noia District Lighthouse 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.