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Piriápolis Outer Breakwater) Lighthouse

Fl Red 5s🇺🇾Piriápolis, UYOperational

Location & Light Range

About Piriápolis Outer Breakwater) Lighthouse

This operational lighthouse is situated on the outer breakwater of Piriápolis, Uruguay. The structure is a square skeletal tower painted red, standing 8.5 meters tall. Its light, red in color, emits a single red flash every 5 seconds and has a geographic range of 10.4 nautical miles. The focal height of the light is 10 meters above sea level. Visitors can access the site but not the tower itself.

Why it matters: The light's red flash marks the outer edge of the breakwater, guiding vessels safely into the port of Piriápolis and preventing groundings in this busy harbor approach.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl R 5s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Location

City
Piriápolis
Country
🇺🇾Uruguay
Region
Maldonado
Sea Region
Located on the outer breakwater of Piriápolis, Uruguay.
Latitude
-34.8747°
Longitude
-55.2815°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Piriapolis(0.0 km)
Admiralty No.
G0689.1
NGA No.
19076

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8.5m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
red

Structure: square skeletal tower, painted red

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Piriápolis Outer Breakwater) Lighthouse at night?+
Piriápolis Outer Breakwater) displays the characteristic Fl Red 5s. 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 Piriápolis Outer Breakwater) Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Piriápolis Outer Breakwater) Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Piriápolis at 0 NM to the S. Other ports served include Punta del Este (17.1 NM ESE), Jose Ignacio Terminal (28.2 NM E), PUNTA CARRETAS (43.5 NM W), Montevideo (46.3 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Piriápolis Outer Breakwater) Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Piriápolis Outer Breakwater) 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 Piriápolis Outer Breakwater) Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Piriápolis Outer Breakwater) 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.