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Rocchetta Lighthouse

Fl (3) White 12s🇮🇹Venice, ITOperational

Location & Light Range

About Rocchetta Lighthouse

Built in 1855 and first lit in 1879, the Rocchetta Lighthouse stands 24 meters high with a focal height of 25 meters. This cylindrical brick tower, clad in cement, features a white finish with a single black vertical stripe on its seaward face. A lantern and gallery crown the structure, which rises from the center of a one-story brick keeper's house. The keeper's house is now a staffed coast guard station. The light emits a white flash every 12 seconds, visible for 14.3 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: The Rocchetta Lighthouse is essential for guiding vessels through the Porto di Malamocco, a key entrance to the Venetian Lagoon, and marks the southern end of the Lido di Venezia barrier island.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) White 12s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Fl W 12s
Focal Height
25m
Geographic Range
14.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1855
First Lit
1879

Significant events: station established 1879, original lighthouse activated 1879

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
24m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a black vertical stripe on the seaward side
Material
brick

Structure: round cement-clad brick tower with lantern and gallery, rising through the center of a 1-story brick keeper's house

Location

City
Venice
Country
🇮🇹Italy
Region
Veneto
Sea Region
south end of the Lido di Venezia, a barrier island protecting Venice from the Adriatic, on the north side of the Porto di Malamocco in Alberoni
Latitude
45.3397°
Longitude
12.3112°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Venezia(6.0 km)
Admiralty No.
E2464
NGA No.
11488
ARLHS No.
ITA-180
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Rocchetta Lighthouse at night?+
Rocchetta displays the characteristic Fl (3) White 12s — 3 white 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Rocchetta Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Rocchetta Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Fusina at 5.7 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Venezia (5.9 NM N), Chioggia (7.2 NM S), Marghera (7.7 NM NNW), Porto Levante (17.6 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Rocchetta Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Rocchetta 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 Rocchetta Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Rocchetta 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.