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Ponta Colónia Lighthouse

Fl (2) W 10s🇬🇼Guinea-Bissau, GWOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ponta Colónia Lighthouse

Ponta Colónia is a round, green pile beacon. It features a triangle with the point facing upward as its daymark. The light emits a single white flash every 5 seconds. With a focal height of 17 meters, its geographic range is 9 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 5s
Focal Height
17m
Geographic Range
9NM

Location

City
Guinea-Bissau
Country
🇬🇼GW
Latitude
11.5560°
Longitude
-15.4602°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
green

Structure: Green pile beacon, triangle, point up daymark

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
D3070
NGA No.
24564
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ponta Colónia Lighthouse at night?+
Ponta Colónia displays the characteristic Fl (2) W 10s — 2 white flashes every 10 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 Colónia Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ponta Colónia Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Bolama at 1.5 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Bissau (19.3 NM NNW), Bubaque (26.5 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ponta Colónia Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ponta Colónia 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 Colónia Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ponta Colónia 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.