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Portochico North Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl (2) Green 7s🇪🇸Ribadeo, ESOperational

Location & Light Range

About Portochico North Breakwater Lighthouse

Also known as: Portochico North Breakwater (Foz)

A round, white concrete tower with a gallery, measuring 6 meters in height and with a focal plane 8 meters above sea level. It marks the entrance to Ribadeo harbor. The light displays a green flash every 7 seconds, observable up to 9.7 nautical miles. This operational lighthouse is located on a breakwater. The grounds are accessible, but the tower is not.

Why it matters: This green flashing light marks the harbor entrance at Ribadeo, assisting vessels navigating the area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) Green 7s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
7s
Raw Code
Fl G 7s
Focal Height
8m
Geographic Range
9.7NM

Location

City
Ribadeo
Country
🇪🇸Spain
Region
Galicia
Sea Region
Located on a short breakwater at the entrance to the main harbor at Foz.
Latitude
43.5563°
Longitude
-7.0417°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Ribadeo(1.2 km)
Admiralty No.
D1668.4.
ARLHS No.
SPA-325

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower with gallery, painted white

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Portochico North Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Portochico North Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl (2) Green 7s — 2 green flashes every 7 seconds. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Portochico North Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Portochico North Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ribadeo at 1.1 NM to the S. Other ports served include Castropol (1.7 NM SSE), FOZ (9.1 NM W), Mourente (9.8 NM W), NAVIA (13.9 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Portochico North Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Portochico North Breakwater 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 Portochico North Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Portochico North Breakwater 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.