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Punta Lage Lighthouse

Fl (5) White 20s🇪🇸Laxe, ESOperational

Location & Light Range

About Punta Lage Lighthouse

Also known as: Punta Lage (Punta Laxe)

This white, cylindrical brick lighthouse, standing 11 meters tall, was built in 1920 and first lit the same year. Located on a north-pointing headland at the southern entrance to the Ría de Corme y Lage, it is situated at the end of Camiño Cemiterio, approximately 2.5 km north of Laxe. The tower features a gallery and has a focal height of 66 meters. Its light emits a white flash every 20 seconds, visible for 20.9 nautical miles. In 1995, the lighthouse was upgraded with a new lens. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: The Punta Lage lighthouse is essential for guiding vessels into the Ría de Corme y Lage, marking the southern entry to this busy estuary used by fishing boats and coastal traffic.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (5) White 20s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
5 flashes
Interval
20s
Raw Code
Fl W 20s
Focal Height
66m
Geographic Range
20.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1920

Significant events: Light upgraded with new lens in 1995

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
brick

Structure: round cylindrical brick tower with gallery, painted white

Location

City
Laxe
Country
🇪🇸Spain
Region
Galicia
Sea Region
Marks the south entrance to the Ría de Corme y Lage, located on a north-pointing headland at the end of the Camiño Cemiterio about 2.5 km north of Laxe (Lage).
Latitude
43.2316°
Longitude
-9.0112°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Lage(0.7 km)
Admiralty No.
D1732
ARLHS No.
SPA-238
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Punta Lage Lighthouse at night?+
Punta Lage displays the characteristic Fl (5) White 20s — 5 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Punta Lage Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Punta Lage Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Lage at 0.7 NM to the SE. Other ports served include CORME (2.8 NM NE), Vimianzo (7 NM S), Camariñas (9.8 NM SW), Malpica (Malpica de Bergantiños) (10.6 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Punta Lage Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Punta Lage 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 Lage Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Punta Lage 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.