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San Remo Lighthouse

F Red🇮🇹ITOperational

Location & Light Range

About San Remo Lighthouse

A cylindrical white tower, 7 meters tall, stands on the quay at San Remo, situated before the Coast Guard office. This structure, which includes a lantern and gallery, was established as a station in 1866, with indications of a possible second lighthouse built in 1894. Although the light is no longer active, the tower remains a historical monument in the city. The site is open to the public, allowing visitors to view the exterior, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is recognized as a historical monument, preserving a connection to San Remo's maritime heritage and the history of its port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Red
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Red
Raw Code
F R
Light Range
2NM (3.7 km)

Construction & History

Heritage Status
historical monument

Significant events: station established 1866, possible second lighthouse 1894, became inactive

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white

Structure: round cylindrical white tower with lantern and gallery

Location

Country
🇮🇹Italy
Sea Region
On the quay at San Remo, in front of the Coast Guard office.
Latitude
43.8159°
Longitude
7.7807°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
San Remo(0.5 km)
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify San Remo Lighthouse at night?+
San Remo displays the characteristic F Red. 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 San Remo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
San Remo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is San Remo at 0.3 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include OSPEDALETTI (3.3 NM WSW), Arma di Taggia (3.5 NM ENE), Bordighera (5 NM WSW), Santo Stefano al Mare (5.8 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is San Remo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, San Remo 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 Remo Lighthouse?+
San Remo 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 Remo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near San Remo 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.