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Rt Stončica {Punta Promontore} Lighthouse

Fl White 15s🇭🇷Grad Vis, HROperational

Location & Light Range

About Rt Stončica {Punta Promontore} Lighthouse

Stončica Lighthouse was built in 1865 on the eastern tip of Vis island. The structure is an octagonal cylindrical stone tower rising from a one-story keeper's house. It emits a white flash every 15 seconds. This landfall light has a geographic range of 16.7 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse serves as a landfall light for the Split region, guiding vessels approaching from the sea. Its location on the easternmost point of Vis island helps mariners navigate the Adriatic coastline.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl W 15s
Focal Height
38m
Geographic Range
16.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1865

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
28m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Material
stone

Structure: octagonal cylindrical stone tower with lantern and gallery, rising from one end of a 1-story keeper's house

Location

City
Grad Vis
Country
🇭🇷Croatia
Region
Split-Dalmatia County
Sea Region
Located on Rt Stončica, the eastern tip of Vis, functioning as a landfall light for the Split region.
Latitude
43.0722°
Longitude
16.2546°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Vis(3.0 km)
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Rt Stončica {Punta Promontore} Lighthouse at night?+
Rt Stončica {Punta Promontore} displays the characteristic Fl White 15s. 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 Rt Stončica {Punta Promontore} Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Rt Stončica {Punta Promontore} Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Vis at 2.6 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Komiza (7.5 NM WSW), Hvar (10 NM NE), Stari Grad (16 NM ENE), Milna (17.4 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Rt Stončica {Punta Promontore} Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Rt Stončica {Punta Promontore} 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 Rt Stončica {Punta Promontore} Lighthouse?+
Rt Stončica {Punta Promontore} 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 Rt Stončica {Punta Promontore} Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Rt Stončica {Punta Promontore} 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.