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Punta S' Esperó Lighthouse

Fl White 15s🇪🇸Maó, ESOperational

Location & Light Range

About Punta S' Esperó Lighthouse

Also known as: Punta S' Esperó (Punta del Espero0

Punta S' Esperó is an active lighthouse situated on the easternmost point of Menorca, indicating the entry to Port de Maó. The present structure is an 8-meter tall, round fiberglass tower featuring a conical base and marked with black and white horizontal bands. Its light cycles through one white flash followed by two white flashes every 15 seconds. The light's focal height reaches 22 meters, offering a navigation range of 13.6 nautical miles. This fiberglass tower took the place of a former 11-meter cylindrical structure.

Why it matters: This lighthouse directs ships towards Port de Maó, a major natural bay on Menorca, and serves as a warning for the island's rocky eastern shore.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl(1+2) W 15s
Focal Height
22m
Geographic Range
13.6NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Replacement of an older 11m cylindrical tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Mahon, Menorca(1.1 km)
ARLHS No.
BAL-067

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
black and white horizontal bands
Material
fiberglass

Structure: round fiberglass tower with a conical base, colored with black and white horizonyal bands

Location

City
Maó
Country
🇪🇸Spain
Region
Balearic Islands
Sea Region
easternmost tip of Menorca, marking the entrance to the Port de Maó
Latitude
39.8769°
Longitude
4.3277°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Punta S' Esperó Lighthouse at night?+
Punta S' Esperó displays the characteristic Fl White 15s. 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 S' Esperó Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Punta S' Esperó Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is VILLACARLOS at 1.7 NM to the W. Other ports served include Mahón, Menorca (3.3 NM WNW), Sant Lluís (4.4 NM SW), FORNELLS (13.5 NM NW), CIUTADELLA (23.9 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Punta S' Esperó Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Punta S' Esperó 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 S' Esperó Lighthouse?+
Punta S' Esperó 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 S' Esperó Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Punta S' Esperó 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.