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Punta Brava Lighthouse

Fl WR 5s🇺🇾Uruguay, UYOperational

Location & Light Range

About Punta Brava Lighthouse

Built in 1876, the Punta Brava Lighthouse stands 19 meters tall with its light reaching a focal plane of 21 meters. This structure emits a white or red light, featuring a single white flash followed by a single red flash every 10 seconds. Its operational status is confirmed, and its geographic range extends to 15 nautical miles. The lighthouse transitioned to electric power in 1962. It is also identified by the Admiralty number G0700.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for guiding vessels into Banco Inglés, Buceo Port, or the entrance of the Santa Lucía River west of Montevideo.

Background
Punta Brava Lighthouse (Spanish: Faro de Punta Brava), also known as Punta Carretas Lighthouse, is a lighthouse in Punta Carretas, Montevideo, Uruguay. It was erected in 1876. The lighthouse has a height of 21 metres and its light reaches 15 nautical miles (28 kilometres) away, with a flash every ten seconds. In 1962, the lighthouse became electric. The lighthouse is important for guiding boats into the Banco Inglés, Buceo Port or the entrance of the Santa Lucía River, west of Montevideo city.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl WR 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
WR
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl.W.R. period 10s
Focal Height
21m
Geographic Range
15NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1876

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
G0700
NGA No.
19124
Wikipedia
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Wikidata
Q7260513 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
19m

Location

City
Uruguay
Country
🇺🇾UY
Latitude
-34.9353°
Longitude
-56.1605°

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Punta Brava Lighthouse at night?+
Punta Brava displays the characteristic Fl WR 5s — 1 wr flash every 5 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 wr color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Punta Brava Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Punta Brava Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is PUNTA CARRETAS at 0.3 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Montevideo (4 NM NW), Piriápolis (43.4 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Punta Brava Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Punta Brava 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 Punta Brava Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Punta Brava 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.