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Portici Lighthouse

Fl White 3s🇮🇹Portici, ITOperational

Location & Light Range

About Portici Lighthouse

Also known as: Portici (Granatello)

This metal, cylindrical lighthouse, first lit in 1889, stands 14 meters tall and emits a white flash every 3 seconds. Its silver-colored screening contrasts with the structure described as a square cylindrical skeletal tower with a gallery. The focal height of the light is 16 meters, providing a geographic range of 12.2 nautical miles. Located at the end of the quay in Portici, it sits on the southeastern edge of Naples. The site is open to the public, though access to the tower itself is restricted.

Why it matters: The Portici lighthouse guides maritime traffic to and from the quay, contributing to safe navigation for vessels approaching the southeastern edge of Naples.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl W 3s
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
12.2NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1889

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
silver-colored screening
Material
metal

Structure: square cylindrical skeletal tower with gallery

Location

City
Portici
Country
🇮🇹Italy
Region
Campania
Sea Region
Located at the end of the quay in Portici, on the southeastern edge of Naples.
Latitude
40.8105°
Longitude
14.3353°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Portici(0.4 km)
Admiralty No.
E1678
NGA No.
9516
ARLHS No.
ITA-276
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Portici Lighthouse at night?+
Portici displays the characteristic Fl White 3s. 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 Portici Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Portici Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Portici at 0.4 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include TORRE DEL GRECO (1.9 NM SE), Napoli (3.1 NM WNW), CASORIA (5 NM NNW), Torre Annunziata (6.2 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Portici Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Portici 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.
What shipping routes pass near Portici Lighthouse?+
Portici Lighthouse is located within the Mediterranean East-West corridor — a major trade route spanning the Mediterranean from Gibraltar to the Suez Canal. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Portici Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Portici 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.