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Porto Baratti Lighthouse

Fl White 3s🇮🇹Piombino, ITOperational

Location & Light Range

About Porto Baratti Lighthouse

Porto Baratti is a square concrete equipment building, painted white, with the light displayed from a short post atop the structure. Standing 4 meters tall, it is located on a bluff overlooking the Baratti anchorage. The focal height of the light is 75 meters, and it emits a white flash every 3 seconds, visible for a geographic range of 22 nautical miles. This active light is situated on the Tuscan coast, about 7 km north northwest of Piombino.

Why it matters: This light is essential for guiding vessels into and out of the Baratti anchorage, offering a critical reference for approaching the coast. It helps mariners navigate this section of the Italian coastline and provides safe passage and anchorage.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl W 3s
Focal Height
75m
Geographic Range
22NM

Location

City
Piombino
Country
🇮🇹Italy
Region
Tuscany
Sea Region
Located on a bluff above the open roads anchorage of Baratti, about 7 km (4.5 mi) north northwest of Piombino.
Latitude
42.9939°
Longitude
10.4949°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: square concrete equipment room, painted white; the light is displayed from a short post atop the building

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Piombino(4.8 km)
Admiralty No.
E1390
NGA No.
8988
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Porto Baratti Lighthouse at night?+
Porto Baratti 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 Porto Baratti Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Porto Baratti Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Piombino at 4.4 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include MARINA DI SAN VINCEN (6.7 NM NNE), Cavo (8.6 NM SSW), Rio Marina (11.1 NM SSW), Portoferraio (13.2 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Porto Baratti Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Porto Baratti 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 Porto Baratti Lighthouse?+
Porto Baratti 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 Porto Baratti Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Porto Baratti 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.