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Ponta das Almas Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇧🇷São Gonçalo do Amarante, BROperational

Location & Light Range

About Ponta das Almas Lighthouse

Also known as: Ponta das Almas (Bitupitá)

This cylindrical white fiberglass tower stands 9 meters tall on a sandy promontory near Bitupitá village. Its light, situated 28 meters above sea level, emits a single white flash every 10 seconds, visible for nearly 15 nautical miles. The lighthouse is located in São Gonçalo do Amarante, within the Ceará region of Brazil, close to the western state border. While visitors can access the site, the tower itself remains closed to the public. The nearest port is Pecem, approximately 1.9 kilometers away.

Why it matters: Ponta das Almas lighthouse is essential for guiding vessels safely past the sandy promontory at Bitupitá, mitigating the risk of grounding on shifting sands along the Ceará coast.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
28m
Geographic Range
14.9NM

Location

City
São Gonçalo do Amarante
Country
🇧🇷Brazil
Region
Ceará
Sea Region
Located in the village of Bitupitá, on a sandy promontory near the western border of Ceará.
Latitude
-3.5498°
Longitude
-38.8183°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Pecem(1.9 km)
ARLHS No.
BRA-179

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
fiberglass

Structure: round cylindrical white fiberglass tower

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 das Almas Lighthouse at night?+
Ponta das Almas displays the characteristic Fl White 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Ponta das Almas Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ponta das Almas Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Pecém Pt / São Gonçalo do Amarante at 1.4 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Paracuru (15 NM NW), Fortaleza (21.7 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ponta das Almas Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ponta das Almas 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 das Almas Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ponta das Almas 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.