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Ra'S Madur Lighthouse

Iso W 4s🇪🇷Eritrea, EROperational

Location & Light Range

About Ra'S Madur Lighthouse

This round metal lighthouse stands 72 meters tall and was constructed in 1914. Its distinctive design features a white and black banded color scheme. The light source is located 26 meters above sea level. It emits an isophase white light, which has a 4-second cycle. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 14 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso W 4s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Iso.W. period 4s
Focal Height
26m
Geographic Range
14NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1914

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
D7295.023
NGA No.
30700
Wikidata
Q105641825 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
72m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white and black
Material
metal

Structure: Black round metal tower, white banded; 72

Location

City
Eritrea
Country
🇪🇷ER
Latitude
15.6110°
Longitude
39.4814°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ra'S Madur Lighthouse at night?+
Ra'S Madur displays the characteristic Iso W 4s — 1 white flash every 4 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 Ra'S Madur Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ra'S Madur Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Massawa (Mitsiwa) at 1.1 NM to the W. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ra'S Madur Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ra'S Madur 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 Ra'S Madur Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ra'S Madur 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.