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Recife Lighthouse

Fl (2) WR 12s🇧🇷Northeastern Brazil, BRInactive

Location & Light Range

About Recife Lighthouse

This round concrete lighthouse was constructed in 1822, serving as a navigational aid for northeastern Brazil. The structure stands 18 meters high, with its focal plane reaching 20 meters above sea level. Its distinctive tower displays bands of black and red, including a black topmark on its black tower, with a red-banded black base. The light emits one white or red flash every 12 seconds, with a geographic range of 8 nautical miles. The lighthouse is currently non-operational.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) WR 12s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
WR
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Fl.W.R. period 12s
Focal Height
20m
Geographic Range
8NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1822

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
G0204
NGA No.
17920
Wikidata
Q10280198 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
18m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
black and red
Material
concrete

Structure: ISOLATED DANGER (IALA B) Black tower, black topmark, red banded, black base

Location

City
Northeastern Brazil
Country
🇧🇷BR
Latitude
-8.0547°
Longitude
-34.8653°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Recife Lighthouse at night?+
Recife displays the characteristic Fl (2) WR 12s — 2 wr flashes every 12 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 wr color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Recife Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Recife Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Recife at 0.3 NM to the W. Other ports served include Suape Pt / Ipojuca (21.1 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Recife Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Recife Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
How can I track vessels near Recife Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Recife 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.