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Punta Alice Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 10s🇮🇹Cirò Marina, ITOperational

Location & Light Range

About Punta Alice Lighthouse

The Punta Alice Lighthouse, built in 1896 and first lit the same year, is located on a low cape approximately 5 kilometers north of Cirò Marina, Calabria, Italy. It features an octagonal cylindrical masonry tower, 27 meters in height, constructed of concrete. Attached to the tower is a lantern and gallery, which are integrated with a two-story masonry keeper's dwelling. The light source, situated at a focal height of 31 meters, produces a white flash every 10 seconds (Fl W 10s). The lighthouse has a documented geographic range of 15.5 nautical miles. Its NGA list number is 10624, Admiralty number is E2128, and ARLHS number is ITA-122.

Why it matters: This structure serves as a navigation aid, marking the western entrance to the Golfo di Taranto and warning mariners about the Punta Alice cape.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
31m
Geographic Range
15.5NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1896

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Ciro Marina(1.6 km)
Admiralty No.
E2128
NGA No.
10624
ARLHS No.
ITA-122

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
27m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: octagonal cylindrical masonry tower with lantern and gallery attached to a 2-story masonry keeper's house

Location

City
Cirò Marina
Country
🇮🇹Italy
Region
Calabria
Sea Region
Marks the western entrance to the Golfo di Taranto, located on a prominent but low cape about 5 km north of Cirò Marina.
Latitude
39.3986°
Longitude
17.1537°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Punta Alice Lighthouse at night?+
Punta Alice displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 10s — 2 white flashes every 10 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Punta Alice Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Punta Alice Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Cirò Marina at 1.9 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Cariati (11.7 NM WNW), Crotone (19.1 NM S), Corigliano Calabro (33.3 NM WNW), Trebisacce (40 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Punta Alice Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Punta Alice 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 Punta Alice Lighthouse?+
Punta Alice 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 Punta Alice Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Punta Alice 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.