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Recife Banco Inglês Breakwater North Head Lighthouse

Fl Green 6s🇧🇷Recife, BROperational

Location & Light Range

About Recife Banco Inglês Breakwater North Head Lighthouse

This square concrete tower, standing 7 meters tall, emits a green flash every 6 seconds. Its focal plane is 12 meters above sea level, offering a geographic range of 11 nautical miles. The structure is located at the northern end of the Banco Inglês Breakwater, which protects the entrance to Recife. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed. It is situated just 0.3 kilometers from the nearest port, Recife.

Why it matters: The light marks the northern extremity of the Banco Inglês Breakwater, guiding vessels safely into the port of Recife and preventing them from encountering submerged hazards.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl G 6s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Location

City
Recife
Country
🇧🇷Brazil
Region
Pernambuco
Sea Region
Located at the north end of the detached Banco Inglês Breakwater protecting the entrance to Recife.
Latitude
-8.0472°
Longitude
-34.8589°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Recife(0.3 km)
Admiralty No.
G0205
NGA No.
17932

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
green
Material
concrete

Structure: square concrete tower

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 Recife Banco Inglês Breakwater North Head Lighthouse at night?+
Recife Banco Inglês Breakwater North Head displays the characteristic Fl Green 6s. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Recife Banco Inglês Breakwater North Head Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Recife Banco Inglês Breakwater North Head Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Recife at 0.9 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Suape Pt / Ipojuca (21.6 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Recife Banco Inglês Breakwater North Head Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Recife Banco Inglês Breakwater North Head 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 Recife Banco Inglês Breakwater North Head Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Recife Banco Inglês Breakwater North Head 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.