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Punta Limarsi Lighthouse

Fl (3) White 15s🇮🇹Pantelleria, ITOperational

Location & Light Range

About Punta Limarsi Lighthouse

Punta Limarsi is a 5-meter cylindrical concrete tower painted white, situated atop a sharp, rocky point on the southeastern tip of Pantelleria island. Its light has a focal height of 35 meters and a geographic range of 16.2 nautical miles. The operational light emits one white flash every 15 seconds. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed. The nearest port, Scauri alto, is 3.8 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This small, white bottle light warns vessels of the rocky headland at the southeastern extreme of Pantelleria, aiding navigation around this island feature.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) White 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl W 15s
Focal Height
35m
Geographic Range
16.2NM

Location

City
Pantelleria
Country
🇮🇹Italy
Region
Sicily
Sea Region
Southeastern tip of Pantelleria, atop a sharp, rocky point.
Latitude
36.7387°
Longitude
12.0327°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Scauri alto(3.8 km)
Admiralty No.
E2106
NGA No.
10492

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: A 5m round 'bottle' light, painted white.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Punta Limarsi Lighthouse at night?+
Punta Limarsi displays the characteristic Fl (3) White 15s — 3 white flashes every 15 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 Limarsi Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Punta Limarsi Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is SCAURI ALTO at 3.8 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Pantelleria (7.3 NM NW), Tazerka Terminal (18.8 NM WSW), Oudna (33.8 NM SSW), KELIBIA (44.7 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Punta Limarsi Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Punta Limarsi 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.
What shipping routes pass near Punta Limarsi Lighthouse?+
Punta Limarsi Lighthouse is located within the Mediterranean East-West corridor — a major trade route spanning the Mediterranean from Gibraltar to the Suez Canal. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Punta Limarsi Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Punta Limarsi 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.