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Punta Gualpén Lighthouse

Fl W 5s🇨🇱Northern and Central Chile, CLOperational

Location & Light Range

About Punta Gualpén Lighthouse

This lighthouse features a quadrilateral latticed tower constructed from fiberglass. The tower stands 14 meters tall, with a focal height of 16 meters. It is painted in alternating white and red bands and displays a rectangular daymark in the same colors. The light emits a white flash on a 5-second cycle. The geographic range of the light is 19 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 5s
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
19NM

Location

City
Northern and Central Chile
Country
🇨🇱CL
Latitude
-36.7471°
Longitude
-73.1914°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
quadrilateral
Tower Color
white and red
Material
fiberglass

Structure: Quadrilateral latticed tower, red and white rectangular daymark; 14

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
G1794
NGA No.
1420
Wikipedia
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Wikidata
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Punta Gualpén Lighthouse at night?+
Punta Gualpén displays the characteristic Fl W 5s — 1 white flash every 5 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 Gualpén Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Punta Gualpén Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is San Vicente at 1.7 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Talcahuano (5.1 NM ENE), Concepción (8 NM ESE), Penco (8.8 NM E), Lirquén (9.7 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Punta Gualpén Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Punta Gualpén 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 Gualpén Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Punta Gualpén 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.