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Porto Maurizio Molo di Ponente Lighthouse

Fl Red 3s🇮🇹Imperia, ITOperational

Location & Light Range

About Porto Maurizio Molo di Ponente Lighthouse

Also known as: Imperia

This cylindrical masonry tower, standing 8 meters tall, is painted red and topped with a lantern and gallery. A white rail marks the gallery. Built in 2009, its focal height reaches 9.5 meters above sea level. It emits a single red flash every 3 seconds, visible for 10.2 nautical miles. The lighthouse is located 0.7 kilometers from the nearest port in Imperia, marking the western entrance to the Porto Maurizio harbor.

Why it matters: The lighthouse aids navigation into the Porto Maurizio harbor, a significant maritime center along the Ligurian coast.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl R 3s
Focal Height
9.5m
Geographic Range
10.2NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2009

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Imperia(0.7 km)
Admiralty No.
E1157
NGA No.
7328
ARLHS No.
ITA-013

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
masonry

Structure: round masonry tower with lantern and gallery, painted red; gallery rail painted white

Location

City
Imperia
Country
🇮🇹Italy
Region
Liguria
Sea Region
Porto Maurizio (Imperia) Molo di Ponente, Italy
Latitude
43.8751°
Longitude
8.0300°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Porto Maurizio Molo di Ponente Lighthouse at night?+
Porto Maurizio Molo di Ponente 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 Maurizio Molo di Ponente Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Porto Maurizio Molo di Ponente Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Imperia at 0.3 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Porto Maurizio (0.5 NM NNE), Oneglia (0.8 NM NE), Diano marina (3.2 NM NE), Santo Stefano al Mare (5.6 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Porto Maurizio Molo di Ponente Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Porto Maurizio Molo di Ponente 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 Maurizio Molo di Ponente Lighthouse?+
Porto Maurizio Molo di Ponente 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 Maurizio Molo di Ponente Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Porto Maurizio Molo di Ponente 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.