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Recife North Breakwater Lighthouse

Oc Red 8s🇧🇷Olinda, BROperational

Location & Light Range

About Recife North Breakwater Lighthouse

This red, cylindrical concrete tower stands 9 meters tall with a focal height of 12 meters, situated at the end of Recife's north breakwater. It emits a single red flash every 8 seconds, visible for 11 nautical miles. The structure is painted red and features an external spiral stairway. Accessible only by boat, this lighthouse is located just 0.5 kilometers from the port of Recife.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is critical for maritime safety, guiding ships into Recife harbor and marking the north breakwater to prevent groundings. Its distinctive red light and location at the channel entrance are indispensable for navigating the busy port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc Red 8s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
Red
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Oc R 8s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Location

City
Olinda
Country
🇧🇷Brazil
Region
Pernambuco
Sea Region
Recife harbor, at the end of the north breakwater
Latitude
-8.0439°
Longitude
-34.8608°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower, painted red

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Recife(0.5 km)
Admiralty No.
G0208
NGA No.
17944
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Recife North Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Recife North Breakwater displays the characteristic Oc Red 8s. 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 North Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Recife North Breakwater 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 (21.8 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Recife North Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Recife North Breakwater 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 North Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Recife North Breakwater 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.