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Palma Tacón RoRo Lighthouse

Fl Green 3s🇪🇸Calvià, ESOperational

Location & Light Range

About Palma Tacón RoRo Lighthouse

Also known as: Palma Tacón RoRo (RoRo Terminal)

This concrete lighthouse, painted green, stands 5 meters high with a focal plane of 8 meters. Its cylindrical, hourglass shape is a functional element within the port environment. The light emits a green flash every 3 seconds, with a geographic range of 9.7 nautical miles. It is situated on the south side of the Dique de Levante breakwater, near Calvià. The structure and its immediate surroundings are not accessible to the public.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is critical for the safe navigation of roll-on/roll-off ferries and other commercial vessels entering and exiting the port. Its green flash marks the south side of the Dique de Levante breakwater, a high-traffic maritime zone.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl G 3s
Focal Height
8m
Geographic Range
9.7NM

Location

City
Calvià
Country
🇪🇸Spain
Region
Balearic Islands
Sea Region
south side of the Dique de Levante
Latitude
39.4575°
Longitude
2.5223°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
green
Material
concrete

Structure: round hourglass-shaped concrete tower, painted green

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Santa ponsa(4.2 km)
Admiralty No.
E0322.3.
ARLHS No.
BAL-056
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Palma Tacón RoRo Lighthouse at night?+
Palma Tacón RoRo displays the characteristic Fl Green 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Palma Tacón RoRo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Palma Tacón RoRo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is SANTA PONSA at 4.1 NM to the NW. Other ports served include PORTALS NOUS (4.9 NM NNE), Palma de Mallorca (7.9 NM NE), Sant Jordi (12.6 NM ENE), S'ESTANYOL (19.3 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Palma Tacón RoRo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Palma Tacón RoRo 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 Palma Tacón RoRo Lighthouse?+
Palma Tacón RoRo Lighthouse is located within the Mediterranean East-West corridor — a major trade route spanning the Mediterranean from Gibraltar to the Suez Canal. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Palma Tacón RoRo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Palma Tacón RoRo 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.