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Punta Arando Aundi Lighthouse

Fl (2) Red 7s🇪🇸Hondarribia, ESOperational

Location & Light Range

About Punta Arando Aundi Lighthouse

Also known as: Punta Arando Aundi (Pasaia Entrada, Faro de San Juan)

A cylindrical stone tower standing 8 meters tall, painted with narrow red and white horizontal bands, marks the entrance to the Bahía de Pasajes. This structure is mounted on a 1-story square stone pier. The lighthouse is situated at the end of a short jetty on the east side of the bay's entrance, approximately 4 km north of Pasai Donibane. Its geographic range extends for 11 nautical miles. The light emits a single red flash every 7 seconds, guiding vessels into the bay.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for navigating the narrow entrance to the Bahía de Pasajes, a challenging water gap along the Basque coast.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) Red 7s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
7s
Raw Code
Fl R 7s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Location

City
Hondarribia
Country
🇪🇸Spain
Region
Autonomous Community of the Basque Country
Sea Region
Marks the entrance to the Bahía de Pasajes, a narrow water gap in a steep mountain ridge. Located at the end of a short jetty on the east side of the entrance, about 4 km north of Pasai Donibane.
Latitude
43.3920°
Longitude
-1.7920°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: round cylindrical tower mounted on a 1-story square stone pier

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Fuenterrabia(0.7 km)
ARLHS No.
SPA-280
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Punta Arando Aundi Lighthouse at night?+
Punta Arando Aundi displays the characteristic Fl (2) Red 7s — 2 red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Punta Arando Aundi Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Punta Arando Aundi Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Fuenterrabía at 0.6 NM to the S. Other ports served include HENDAYE (1.4 NM SSE), Saint-Jean-de-Luz (5.1 NM E), SAINT JEAN DE LUZ (5.5 NM E), CIBOURE (5.9 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Punta Arando Aundi Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Punta Arando Aundi 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 Arando Aundi Lighthouse?+
Punta Arando Aundi 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 Arando Aundi Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Punta Arando Aundi 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.