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Peniche East Mole Lighthouse

Fl Red 3s🇵🇹Peniche, PTOperational

Location & Light Range

About Peniche East Mole Lighthouse

This cylindrical lighthouse, standing 10 meters tall, is situated at the end of the east mole in Peniche, Portugal. Its tower is painted with green and white horizontal bands, serving as a distinct daymark. The light emits a single red flash every 3 seconds from a focal height of 14 meters, offering a geographic range of 11.6 nautical miles. The site is accessible to the public, though the tower itself is closed. It is located just 0.1 kilometers from the nearest port, Peniche.

Why it matters: This light is important for vessels navigating the entrance to Peniche harbor, marking the end of the east mole.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl R 3s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Location

City
Peniche
Country
🇵🇹Portugal
Region
Leiria
Sea Region
Located at the end of the east mole at Peniche, Portugal.
Latitude
39.3497°
Longitude
-9.3742°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Peniche(0.1 km)
Admiralty No.
D2096
ARLHS No.
POR-076

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with green and white horizontal bands

Structure: round tower, painted with green and white horizontal bands

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Peniche East Mole Lighthouse at night?+
Peniche East Mole displays the characteristic Fl 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Peniche East Mole Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Peniche East Mole Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Peniche at 0.2 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Foz do Arelho (8.9 NM NE), São Martinho do Porto (15 NM NE), NAZARE (19.8 NM NE), Vila Nova da Rainha (28 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Peniche East Mole Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Peniche East Mole 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 Peniche East Mole Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Peniche East Mole 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.