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Reggio Calabria Molo de Sottoflutto Lighthouse

Fl Red 3s🇮🇹ITOperational

Location & Light Range

About Reggio Calabria Molo de Sottoflutto Lighthouse

This lighthouse, first lit in 1883, stands as a cylindrical concrete structure 9 meters tall, painted red. It is situated at the end of the breakwater in Reggio Calabria, marking the harbor entrance. The light is mounted on a round cylinder atop a 1-story concrete pierhead building. Emitting a red flash every 3 seconds, its focal height reaches 11 meters, providing a geographic range of 10.7 nautical miles. This post-mounted light guides vessels into the port of Reggio Calabria, located a mere 0.3 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for safe navigation into and out of the busy port of Reggio Calabria, specifically warning mariners of the breakwater's end.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl R 3s
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1883

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Reggio Calabria(0.3 km)
Admiralty No.
E1777
NGA No.
9740

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: bottle pier light: a post mounted on a round cylinder, mounted on a 1-story concrete pierhead building

Location

Country
🇮🇹Italy
Sea Region
Located on the end of the breakwater at Reggio Calabria.
Latitude
38.1275°
Longitude
15.6514°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Reggio Calabria Molo de Sottoflutto Lighthouse at night?+
Reggio Calabria Molo de Sottoflutto displays the characteristic Fl Red 3s. 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 Reggio Calabria Molo de Sottoflutto Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Reggio Calabria Molo de Sottoflutto Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Reggio di Calabria at 0.2 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Villa San Giovanni, Calabria (5.7 NM N), Messina (6 NM NW), TREMESTIERI (6 NM W), Mili Marina (6.4 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Reggio Calabria Molo de Sottoflutto Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Reggio Calabria Molo de Sottoflutto 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.
What shipping routes pass near Reggio Calabria Molo de Sottoflutto Lighthouse?+
Reggio Calabria Molo de Sottoflutto Lighthouse is located within the Mediterranean East-West corridor — a major trade route spanning the Mediterranean from Gibraltar to the Suez Canal. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Reggio Calabria Molo de Sottoflutto Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Reggio Calabria Molo de Sottoflutto 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.