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Ponta da Enseada Cedro Lighthouse

Fl Green 10s🇧🇷Palhoça, BROperational

Location & Light Range

About Ponta da Enseada Cedro Lighthouse

A cylindrical stone tower, standing 6 meters tall, emits a green flash every 10 seconds. The focal height of the light is 8 meters above sea level. This white-painted structure is situated at the base of a headland on the mainland side of the Canal Santa Catarina. Its geographic range extends to 9.7 nautical miles. The site is open to visitors, though the tower itself is closed to the public. The nearest port is Florianopolis, located 10.4 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for safe passage through the Canal Santa Catarina, providing a specific warning about the headland it marks.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl G 10s
Focal Height
8m
Geographic Range
9.7NM

Location

City
Palhoça
Country
🇧🇷Brazil
Region
Santa Catarina
Sea Region
Located at the base of a headland on the west (mainland) side of the Canal Santa Catarina.
Latitude
-27.7689°
Longitude
-48.6156°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Florianopolis(10.4 km)
Admiralty No.
G0580
NGA No.
18880

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
stone

Structure: round stone tower painted white

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 Ponta da Enseada Cedro Lighthouse at night?+
Ponta da Enseada Cedro displays the characteristic Fl Green 10s. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Ponta da Enseada Cedro Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ponta da Enseada Cedro Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Florianopolis at 10.4 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Imbituba (27.1 NM S), Porto Belo (37.3 NM N), LAGUNA (44.6 NM S), CAMBORIU (45.9 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ponta da Enseada Cedro Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ponta da Enseada Cedro 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 da Enseada Cedro Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ponta da Enseada Cedro 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.