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Praia da Aguda Lighthouse

Fl (2) Red 8s🇵🇹Valbom, PTOperational

Location & Light Range

About Praia da Aguda Lighthouse

This concrete lighthouse stands 8 meters tall on a stepped-pyramidal tower. It is painted with horizontal bands of red and white. The light emits a red flash every 8 seconds. The structure is situated at the end of a groin on Aguda beach, approximately 8 kilometers south of the Rio Douro entrance. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This light serves local fishing boats and recreational vessels, marking the hazardous end of the groin at Aguda beach. Its red and white banding provides a distinct visual landmark.

Light & Optic

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

Location

City
Valbom
Country
🇵🇹Portugal
Region
Porto
Sea Region
Located at the end of a groin at the Aguda beach, about 8 km (5 mi) south of the Rio Douro entrance.
Latitude
41.0475°
Longitude
-8.6569°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Oporto(6.2 km)
Admiralty No.
D2050.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: round stepped-pyramidal concrete tower painted with red and white horizontal bands

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Praia da Aguda Lighthouse at night?+
Praia da Aguda displays the characteristic Fl (2) Red 8s — 2 red flashes every 8 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Praia da Aguda Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Praia da Aguda Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Aguda at 0.3 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Lanheses (0.5 NM WNW), São Pedro da Afurada (5.3 NM NNE), Porto (5.8 NM N), Sandim (6.4 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Praia da Aguda Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Praia da Aguda 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 Praia da Aguda Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Praia da Aguda 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.