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Recife Banco Inglês Breakwater South Head Lighthouse

Fl Red 6s🇧🇷Recife, BROperational

Location & Light Range

About Recife Banco Inglês Breakwater South Head Lighthouse

This square concrete tower stands 7 meters tall, with its light positioned 12 meters above sea level. It is painted with red and white horizontal bands and is located at the south end of the detached Banco Inglês Breakwater. The structure protects the entrance to Recife, with the nearest port just 0.4 kilometers away. Its geographic range is 11 nautical miles, and it emits a red flash every 6 seconds. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: The light marks the southern extremity of the Banco Inglês Breakwater, warning vessels of its presence and guiding them into Recife's port.

Light & Optic

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

Location

City
Recife
Country
🇧🇷Brazil
Region
Pernambuco
Sea Region
Located at the south end of the detached Banco Inglês Breakwater protecting the entrance to Recife.
Latitude
-8.0542°
Longitude
-34.8536°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Recife(0.4 km)
Admiralty No.
G0205.4
NGA No.
17936

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: square concrete tower painted with red and white horizontal bands

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Recife Banco Inglês Breakwater South Head Lighthouse at night?+
Recife Banco Inglês Breakwater South Head displays the characteristic Fl Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Recife Banco Inglês Breakwater South Head Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Recife Banco Inglês Breakwater South Head Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Recife at 1 NM to the W. Other ports served include Suape Pt / Ipojuca (21.3 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Recife Banco Inglês Breakwater South Head Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Recife Banco Inglês Breakwater South 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 South Head Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Recife Banco Inglês Breakwater South 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.