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Praia da Vitória South Mole Lighthouse

Fl Red 3s🇵🇹Cabo da Praia, PTOperational

Location & Light Range

About Praia da Vitória South Mole Lighthouse

A 16-meter tall, cylindrical concrete tower with eight ribs marks the end of the south mole at Cabo da Praia. The structure is painted white with narrow horizontal red bands, topped by a red lantern. Its light exhibits a single red flash every 3 seconds (Fl R 3s) with a geographic range of 12.4 nautical miles. The focal plane is 17 meters above sea level. This lighthouse is located 0.2 kilometers from the port of Praia da Vitoria on the east side of Ilha de Terceira.

Why it matters: This lighthouse serves as a navigation aid, marking the extent of the south mole for vessels entering and leaving the Praia da Vitoria harbor. The light's characteristic provides a reference for safe navigation in the vicinity of the port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl R 3s
Focal Height
17m
Geographic Range
12.4NM

Location

City
Cabo da Praia
Country
🇵🇹Portugal
Sea Region
end of the rubblestone south mole at Praia da Vitória on the east side of the Ilha de Terceira
Latitude
38.7207°
Longitude
-27.0486°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
16m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with narrow horizontal red bands
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with eight ribs, lantern and gallery, painted white with narrow horizontal red bands; lantern painted red

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Praia da Vitoria(0.2 km)
ARLHS No.
AZO-027
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Praia da Vitória South Mole Lighthouse at night?+
Praia da Vitória South Mole 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 Praia da Vitória South Mole Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Praia da Vitória South Mole Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Praia da Vitória at 0.4 NM to the W. Other ports served include Terceira Island Apt (7.9 NM W), Angra do Heroísmo (8.9 NM WSW), São Mateus (11.1 NM WSW), Topo (35.9 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Praia da Vitória South Mole Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Praia da Vitória South Mole 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 Vitória South Mole Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Praia da Vitória South Mole 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.