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Pegazzano (Darsena Duca degli Abruzzi Range Rear) Lighthouse

Oc White 4s🇮🇹La Spezia, ITOperational

Location & Light Range

About Pegazzano (Darsena Duca degli Abruzzi Range Rear) Lighthouse

This pentagonal masonry tower, built in 1915, stands 13 meters tall and is painted in a red and white checkerboard pattern. It is located in a hillside park in La Spezia's Pegazzano neighborhood, 1 km northwest of its front range light. The structure's focal height is 48 meters, and it emits a white light with a 4-second cycle, visible for 18.4 nautical miles. The light is displayed through a window in the masonry lantern room. While the site is open to the public, the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This rear range light is essential for guiding vessels into the Darsena Duca degli Abruzzi, ensuring they maintain a precise course.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White 4s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Oc W 4s
Focal Height
48m
Geographic Range
18.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1915

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
pentagonal
Tower Color
in a red and white checkerboard pattern
Material
masonry

Structure: pentagonal masonry tower with a masonry lantern room; the light is displayed through a window

Location

City
La Spezia
Country
🇮🇹Italy
Region
Liguria
Sea Region
Located in a hillside park in the Pegazzano neighborhood, off the Via Sant'Eutichiano, 1 km northwest of the front light, guiding vessels into the Darsena Duca degli Abruzzi.
Latitude
44.1028°
Longitude
9.8051°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Le grazie(2.6 km)
ARLHS No.
ITA-165
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pegazzano (Darsena Duca degli Abruzzi Range Rear) Lighthouse at night?+
Pegazzano (Darsena Duca degli Abruzzi Range Rear) displays the characteristic Oc White 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Pegazzano (Darsena Duca degli Abruzzi Range Rear) Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pegazzano (Darsena Duca degli Abruzzi Range Rear) Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is La Spezia at 1.4 NM to the E. Other ports served include LE GRAZIE (2.6 NM SE), Rio Maggiore (3.1 NM W), Portovenere (3.3 NM SSE), Lerici (4.7 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pegazzano (Darsena Duca degli Abruzzi Range Rear) Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pegazzano (Darsena Duca degli Abruzzi 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 Pegazzano (Darsena Duca degli Abruzzi Range Rear) Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pegazzano (Darsena Duca degli Abruzzi 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.