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Ponta Negra Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇵🇹Corvo, PTOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ponta Negra Lighthouse

Built in 1910, Ponta Negra Lighthouse is a 4-meter-high, cylindrical concrete structure painted white. Its light source reaches 22 meters above sea level, providing a visibility range of 13.6 nautical miles. The characteristic of the light is a white flash occurring every 5 seconds (Fl W 5s). This lighthouse is situated on the southern tip of Corvo island, near the island's airstrip. Visitors can access the site, but entry into the tower is not permitted.

Why it matters: This structure serves as a marker for the island's southern edge, offering navigation aid to ships in this waters.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
22m
Geographic Range
13.6NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1910

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
4m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: hexagonal cylindrical concrete tower, painted white

Location

City
Corvo
Country
🇵🇹Portugal
Sea Region
southern point of the island, adjacent to the island's airstrip
Latitude
39.6700°
Longitude
-31.1147°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Vila Nova do Corvo(0.3 km)
Admiralty No.
D2712
NGA No.
23280
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ponta Negra Lighthouse at night?+
Ponta Negra displays the characteristic Fl White 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Ponta Negra Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ponta Negra Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Vila Nova do Corvo at 0.2 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Santa Cruz das Flores (13.1 NM S), Santa Cruz (13.1 NM S), Lajes das Flores (17.6 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ponta Negra Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ponta Negra 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 Negra Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ponta Negra 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.