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Olhão Range Rear Lighthouse

Oc Red 4s🇵🇹Olhão, PTOperational

Location & Light Range

About Olhão Range Rear Lighthouse

This 12-meter tower, with a focal height of 20 meters, is positioned atop a historic 17th-century stone church in downtown Olhão, Portugal. It emits a red occulting light that shows for 4 seconds on a 4-second cycle. Constructed from stone, the structure's geographic range is 13.2 nautical miles. The rear range light works with a front light to guide vessels. The church itself provides an elevated platform for the light, visible above the urban environment. The site is open to the public, but the tower is closed.

Why it matters: This rear range light is essential for guiding vessels through the channels to and from Olhão. Its unique placement on a historic church combines cultural heritage with navigational function.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc Red 4s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
Red
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Oc R 4s
Focal Height
20m
Geographic Range
13.2NM

Location

City
Olhão
Country
🇵🇹Portugal
Region
Faro
Sea Region
A rear range light located in downtown Olhão, Portugal, guiding vessels in the area.
Latitude
37.0265°
Longitude
-7.8405°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Olhao(0.4 km)
Admiralty No.
D2226.1.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Material
stone

Structure: A 12m light mounted atop a historic 17th-century stone church.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Olhão Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Olhão Range Rear displays the characteristic Oc Red 4s. 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 Olhão Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Olhão Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Olhão at 0.5 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Faro (4.6 NM W), Fuzeta (4.6 NM ENE), Santa Luzia (10.1 NM ENE), Quarteira (12.7 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Olhão Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Olhão Range Rear 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 Olhão Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Olhão Range Rear 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.