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San Cataldo di Lecce Lighthouse

Oc White 5s🇮🇹Lecce, ITOperational

Location & Light Range

About San Cataldo di Lecce Lighthouse

Built in 1897, this octagonal masonry tower stands 23.5 meters tall and is attached to a single-story keeper's house. Its lantern and gallery provide a focal height of 25 meters. The lighthouse emits a single white flash every 5 seconds, visible for 14.3 nautical miles. Older photographs suggest the structure once included a second gallery, which has since been altered. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: The San Cataldo di Lecce lighthouse marks Punta San Cataldo di Lecce, guiding vessels along the coastline east of the city.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White 5s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Oc W 5s
Focal Height
25m
Geographic Range
14.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1897

Significant events: alterations, older photos show it with a second gallery

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
23.5m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white
Material
masonry

Structure: octagonal masonry tower with lantern and gallery, attached to a 1-story keeper's house

Location

City
Lecce
Country
🇮🇹Italy
Region
Apulia
Sea Region
just off a popular beach at Punta San Cataldo di Lecce, about 12 km east of Lecce
Latitude
40.3905°
Longitude
18.3064°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Otranto(16.7 km)
Admiralty No.
E2192
ARLHS No.
ITA-142
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify San Cataldo di Lecce Lighthouse at night?+
San Cataldo di Lecce displays the characteristic Oc White 5s. 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 San Cataldo di Lecce Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
San Cataldo di Lecce Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is San Cataldo at 0.5 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Santa Foca di Melendugno (7.5 NM S), Otranto (17 NM SSE), PORTO CESAREO (20.6 NM WSW), Brindisi (22.1 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is San Cataldo di Lecce Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, San Cataldo di Lecce 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 San Cataldo di Lecce Lighthouse?+
San Cataldo di Lecce 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 San Cataldo di Lecce Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near San Cataldo di Lecce 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.