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Punta de la Barca Lighthouse

Oc White 4s🇪🇸Muxía, ESOperational

Location & Light Range

About Punta de la Barca Lighthouse

Also known as: Punta de la Barca (Muxía)

Established in 1928, the Punta de la Barca lighthouse stands on a sharp cape at the north side of Muxía. This unpainted, round concrete tower features a double gallery and reaches a height of 11 meters. It emits an occulting white light that occurs once every 4 seconds. The lighthouse's focal height is 13 meters, providing a geographic range of 11.3 nautical miles. It is located at the southern entrance to the Ría de Camariñas, approximately 0.5 kilometers from the nearest port of Mugia.

Why it matters: The lighthouse marks the southern entrance to the Ría de Camariñas, ensuring safe passage for vessels navigating the Galician coast. Its unpainted concrete structure with a double gallery is a notable architectural feature.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White 4s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Oc W 4s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1928

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Mugia(0.5 km)
ARLHS No.
SPA-210

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
round concrete tower with double gallery
Material
concrete

Structure: unpainted round concrete tower with double gallery

Location

City
Muxía
Country
🇪🇸Spain
Region
Galicia
Sea Region
Marks the southern entrance to the Ría de Camariñas, located on a sharp cape at the end of the Calle de la Virxe de la Barca on the north side of Muxía.
Latitude
43.1131°
Longitude
-9.2197°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Punta de la Barca Lighthouse at night?+
Punta de la Barca displays the characteristic Oc White 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 color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Punta de la Barca Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Punta de la Barca Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Mugia at 0.5 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Camariñas (1.8 NM ENE), Vimianzo (8.2 NM E), Corcubión (10.1 NM S), Lage (11.6 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Punta de la Barca Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Punta de la Barca 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 de la Barca Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Punta de la Barca 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.