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Punta Corballera Lighthouse

Fl White/Green 4s🇪🇸la Ràpita, ESOperational

Location & Light Range

About Punta Corballera Lighthouse

Also known as: Punta Corballera (El Galacho)

This lighthouse is situated on the southwestern end of a sand spit located on the south side of the Río Ebro delta. The structure is a 12-meter-tall cylindrical concrete tower, painted green, standing on a square concrete pad. It emits a white or green light with a characteristic of one flash every 4 seconds. The tower, which has a focal height of 13 meters, is closed to the public, but the site is accessible to visitors. The nearest port, Alcanar, is 1.6 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The lighthouse marks the southwestern extremity of the sand spit at the Río Ebro delta, guiding vessels through its complex and shallow waters.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White/Green 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W/G 4s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Location

City
la Ràpita
Country
🇪🇸Spain
Region
Catalonia
Sea Region
southwestern end of the sand spit on the south side of the Río Ebro delta
Latitude
40.5761°
Longitude
0.5957°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Alcanar(1.6 km)
Admiralty No.
E0371.2
NGA No.
5572
ARLHS No.
SPA-058

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
green
Material
concrete

Structure: round barbell-shaped metal tower mounted on a square concrete pad

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Punta Corballera Lighthouse at night?+
Punta Corballera displays the characteristic Fl White/Green 4s. 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/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Punta Corballera Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Punta Corballera Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Alcanar at 2 NM to the W. Other ports served include San Carlos de la Rápita (2.4 NM N), Las Casas de Alcanar (3.2 NM WSW), CAMPREDO (10.9 NM N), BENICARLO (12.2 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Punta Corballera Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Punta Corballera 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 Corballera Lighthouse?+
Punta Corballera 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 Corballera Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Punta Corballera 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.