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Punta Nariga Lighthouse

Fl White 20s🇪🇸Malpica de Bergantiños, ESOperational

Location & Light Range

About Punta Nariga Lighthouse

Completed in 1998, Punta Nariga Lighthouse features a white concrete cylindrical tower rising 39 meters. Its design incorporates a rhomboidal foundation resembling a ship's prow, integrated with a triangular equipment room. The focal height of the light is 55 meters, emitting three white flashes followed by one white flash every 20 seconds, visible for 19.4 nautical miles. The site, located on a rocky headland in Malpica de Bergantiños, is open to visitors, though the tower itself is closed. The lighthouse is maintained by the Port Authority of A Coruña.

Why it matters: Designed by architect César Portela, Punta Nariga is recognized as a significant piece of modern architectural art and a distinctive cultural landmark on the Galician coast.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 20s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
20s
Raw Code
Fl(3+1) W 20s
Focal Height
55m
Light Range
22NM (40.7 km)
Geographic Range
19.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1998

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
39m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white concrete block
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical masonry tower with lantern and gallery, rising from the center of a triangular equipment room and mounted on a rhomboidal foundation designed to resemble the prow of a ship

Location

City
Malpica de Bergantiños
Country
🇪🇸Spain
Region
Galicia
Sea Region
rocky headland in Malpica de Bergantiños, about 8 km northwest of Mens
Latitude
43.3207°
Longitude
-8.9102°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Lage(7.1 km)
Admiralty No.
D1729
NGA No.
2613
ARLHS No.
SPA-072
Wikidata
Q12388284 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Punta Nariga Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 55 meters and a nominal range of 22 nautical miles (approximately 40.7 km), Punta Nariga is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. Lights of this range are typically used as landfall lights by vessels approaching from the open sea.
How do mariners identify Punta Nariga Lighthouse at night?+
Punta Nariga displays the characteristic Fl White 20s. 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 Nariga Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Punta Nariga Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is CORME at 4.2 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Malpica (Malpica de Bergantiños) (4.8 NM E), Lage (7.1 NM SW), Coristanco (10.1 NM SE), Vimianzo (13.4 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Punta Nariga Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Punta Nariga 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 Nariga Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Punta Nariga 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.