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Punta Fijo Lighthouse

Fl Green 10s🇻🇪Punto Fijo, VEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Punta Fijo Lighthouse

A hexagonal fiberglass tower, 10 meters in height, is painted with red and white horizontal bands. The light emits a green flash every 10 seconds, with a known range of 17.1 nautical miles. The light's focal plane is 40 meters above sea level. Located within the Venezuelan Navy's Base Naval Falcón, the structure is close to the Punto Fijo port, approximately 1 kilometer away. Access to the grounds is limited, with views mostly from the water.

Why it matters: This navigation aid offers guidance to naval ships and approved vessels entering the Venezuelan Navy's Base Naval Falcón, supporting safe navigation in this critical defense zone.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl G 10s
Focal Height
40m
Geographic Range
17.1NM

Location

City
Punto Fijo
Country
🇻🇪Venezuela
Region
Falcon State
Sea Region
Venezuelan Navy's Base Naval Falcón in Punto Fijo
Latitude
11.6978°
Longitude
-70.2116°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
hexagonal
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands
Material
fiberglass

Structure: hexagonal fiberglass tower, colored orange with one white horizontal band

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Punto Fijo(1.0 km)
Admiralty No.
J6300.4
NGA No.
16890
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Punta Fijo Lighthouse at night?+
Punta Fijo displays the characteristic Fl Green 10s. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Punta Fijo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Punta Fijo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Las Piedras at 0.3 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Punto Fijo (0.8 NM WNW), Guaranao Bay (1.5 NM S), Guaranao (3.6 NM E), Amuay (3.7 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Punta Fijo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Punta Fijo 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 Fijo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Punta Fijo 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.