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Padre Santo (Río Odiel Leading Light) Lighthouse

F White/Red/Green🇪🇸Moguer, ESOperational

Location & Light Range

About Padre Santo (Río Odiel Leading Light) Lighthouse

First lit in 1861, the Padre Santo lighthouse, also called the Río Odiel Leading Light, is a white, cylindrical tower located on a bluff west of Mazagón. This 15-meter structure stands at a focal height of 61 meters, casting a light visible for 20.2 nautical miles. Its primary function is to guide vessels navigating the approach to the Río Odiel. The light emits a steady white beam to mark the correct channel, with red and green lights indicating deviations from the intended course. The site is accessible to the public, although the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for safe navigation into the Río Odiel, utilizing a directional light system to guide ships through approach channels and prevent groundings.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F White/Red/Green
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Raw Code
F W
Focal Height
61m
Geographic Range
20.2NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1861

Significant events: Range lights established in 1861

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white

Structure: round cylindrical dumbbell-shaped tower, painted white

Location

City
Moguer
Country
🇪🇸Spain
Region
Andalusia
Sea Region
Approach range for the Río Odiel, located on a bluff on the west side of Mazagón, off the Calle de los Reyes Católicos.
Latitude
37.1421°
Longitude
-6.8442°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Huelva(1.7 km)
Admiralty No.
D2324.05
NGA No.
3845
ARLHS No.
SPA-095
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Padre Santo (Río Odiel Leading Light) Lighthouse at night?+
Padre Santo (Río Odiel Leading Light) displays the characteristic F White/Red/Green. 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/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Padre Santo (Río Odiel Leading Light) Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Padre Santo (Río Odiel Leading Light) Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Huelva at 0.5 NM to the W. Other ports served include El Rompido (13.7 NM WNW), ISLA CRISTINA (23.4 NM W), Ayamonte (27.2 NM W), Vila Real de Santo António (27.4 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Padre Santo (Río Odiel Leading Light) Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Padre Santo (Río Odiel Leading Light) 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 Padre Santo (Río Odiel Leading Light) Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Padre Santo (Río Odiel Leading Light) 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.