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Ponta Biombo Lighthouse

Fl W 5s🇬🇼Guinea-Bissau, GWOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ponta Biombo Lighthouse

This lighthouse features a white, round tower standing 33 meters tall. It emits a white light that flashes once every 5 seconds. The focal height of the light is 13 meters above sea level. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 9 nautical miles. It is located in Guinea-Bissau.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 5s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
9NM

Location

City
Guinea-Bissau
Country
🇬🇼GW
Latitude
11.7343°
Longitude
-15.9510°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
33m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white

Structure: White round tower; 33

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
D3056
NGA No.
24512
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ponta Biombo Lighthouse at night?+
Ponta Biombo displays the characteristic Fl W 5s — 1 white flash every 5 seconds. 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.
Which ports and harbors does Ponta Biombo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ponta Biombo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Bissau at 23.2 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Bubaque (27.1 NM SSE), Bolama (29.7 NM ESE), Cacheu (34 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ponta Biombo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ponta Biombo 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 Ponta Biombo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ponta Biombo 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.