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Praia do Futuro Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇧🇷BROperational

Location & Light Range

About Praia do Futuro Lighthouse

Also known as: #Praia do Futuro

This navigational aid is situated at the end of a terminal groin projecting eastward from the Ponta do Mucuripe. The current light displays a white flash every 10 seconds from a focal height of 11 meters. It replaced an earlier, more substantial structure, which was a 6-meter tall, square cylindrical brick tower painted with black and white horizontal bands. The site, located near Fortaleza, is open to the public, though access to the tower itself is restricted. The light has a geographic range of 10.7 nautical miles.

Why it matters: The light is essential for guiding vessels around the Ponta do Mucuripe, a significant coastal feature.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Replaced

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with black and white horizontal bands
Material
brick

Structure: square cylindrical brick tower, painted with black and white horizontal bands

Location

Country
🇧🇷Brazil
Region
Ceará
Sea Region
Located at the end of a terminal groin projecting eastward from the Ponta do Mucuripe.
Latitude
-3.7053°
Longitude
-38.4607°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Fortaleza(2.3 km)
Admiralty No.
G0123
NGA No.
17780
ARLHS No.
BRA-260
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Praia do Futuro Lighthouse at night?+
Praia do Futuro displays the characteristic Fl White 10s. 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Praia do Futuro Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Praia do Futuro Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Fortaleza at 2.2 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Pecém Pt / São Gonçalo do Amarante (23 NM WNW), Paracuru (38.2 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Praia do Futuro Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Praia do Futuro 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 do Futuro Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Praia do Futuro 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.