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Punta Europa Lighthouse

Fl (3) W 20s🇬🇶Equatorial Guinea, GQOperational

Location & Light Range

About Punta Europa Lighthouse

The Punta Europa lighthouse displays three white flashes every 20 seconds. Its focal plane is 71 meters above sea level, providing a geographic range of 25 nautical miles. The structure is a square skeletal tower, approximately 20 meters in height, topped with a lantern and gallery. The tower is painted white.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks Punta Europa, a significant coastal feature.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) W 20s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
20s
Raw Code
Fl.(3)W. period 20s
Focal Height
71m
Geographic Range
25NM

Location

City
Equatorial Guinea
Country
🇬🇶GQ
Latitude
3.7870°
Longitude
8.7154°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
D4040
NGA No.
25112
ARLHS No.
EQG-002
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Punta Europa Lighthouse at night?+
Punta Europa displays the characteristic Fl (3) W 20s — 3 white flashes every 20 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.
Which ports and harbors does Punta Europa Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Punta Europa Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Punta Europa Terminal at 0.2 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Malabo (4.3 NM ESE), Butuku-Luba (19.4 NM SSW), Luba (21.7 NM SSW), MASSONGO (24.1 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Punta Europa Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Punta Europa 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 Europa Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Punta Europa 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.