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Punta Fieiteira Lighthouse

Oc White/Red/Green 2s🇪🇸Oleiros, ESOperational

Location & Light Range

About Punta Fieiteira Lighthouse

Built in 1963, this lighthouse stands as a semicircular cylindrical tower constructed of rubblestone. It is painted with horizontal red and white bands. The tower stands 10 meters tall, with its focal plane situated at 29 meters above sea level. Its light emits a single white flash every 2 seconds and has a geographic range of 15.1 nautical miles. This navigational aid is located on a headland in Perillo, at the southern end of the Ría de la Coruña.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is an indispensable part of the navigational range system guiding vessels into the port of A Coruña. Its specific light characteristic helps ships make a critical course correction upon entering the busy channel.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 2s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
2s
Raw Code
Oc WGR 2s
Focal Height
29m
Geographic Range
15.1NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1963

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
La Coruna(2.4 km)
ARLHS No.
SPA-292

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands
Material
stone

Structure: semicircular cylindrical rubblestone tower

Location

City
Oleiros
Country
🇪🇸Spain
Region
Galicia
Sea Region
Located on a headland in Perillo, at the southern end of the Ría de la Coruña, guiding ships entering A Coruña.
Latitude
43.3432°
Longitude
-8.3708°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Punta Fieiteira Lighthouse at night?+
Punta Fieiteira displays the characteristic Oc White/Red/Green 2s. 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/red/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Punta Fieiteira Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Punta Fieiteira Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is La Coruña (A Coruña) at 0.6 NM to the N. Other ports served include Sada (5.5 NM E), A Baiuca (6.2 NM WSW), ARES (7.4 NM NE), Mugardos (9 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Punta Fieiteira Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Punta Fieiteira 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 Fieiteira Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Punta Fieiteira 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.