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Porto Franco Vecchio Breakwater South Head Lighthouse

Fl Red 3s🇮🇹ITOperational

Location & Light Range

About Porto Franco Vecchio Breakwater South Head Lighthouse

Also known as: #Porto Franco Vecchio Breakwater South Head

This structure is situated at the southern extremity of the detached breakwater shielding Trieste's harbor. Initially lit in 1863, its first form was a 4-meter red-painted, square masonry tower with a gallery but no lantern. That initial tower was subsequently replaced. The present light, situated at a focal height of 7 meters, displays a red flash every 3 seconds and has a geographic range of 9.3 nautical miles. The tower is a 4-meter high, square stone edifice, colored red.

Why it matters: This light indicates the southern edge of the breakwater safeguarding Trieste's port, serving as a navigation aid for ships in this active maritime area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl R 3s
Focal Height
7m
Geographic Range
9.3NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1863

Significant events: Replaced

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Trieste(1.5 km)
Admiralty No.
E2560
NGA No.
11680

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
4m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
red
Material
stone

Structure: square masonry tower with gallery but no lantern, painted red

Location

Country
🇮🇹Italy
Sea Region
South end of the detached breakwater protecting the harbor of Trieste.
Latitude
45.6552°
Longitude
13.7624°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Porto Franco Vecchio Breakwater South Head Lighthouse at night?+
Porto Franco Vecchio Breakwater South Head displays the characteristic Fl Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Porto Franco Vecchio Breakwater South Head Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Porto Franco Vecchio Breakwater South Head Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Trieste at 1 NM to the S. Other ports served include Muggia (3 NM S), GRIGNANO (3.7 NM NW), Zaule (3.7 NM SSE), SANTA CROCE (5.2 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Porto Franco Vecchio Breakwater South Head Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Porto Franco Vecchio Breakwater South Head 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 Porto Franco Vecchio Breakwater South Head Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Porto Franco Vecchio Breakwater South Head 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.