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Secca dei Berni Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 6s🇮🇹Crabonaxa/Villasimius, ITOperational

Location & Light Range

About Secca dei Berni Lighthouse

First lit in 1902, the Secca dei Berni lighthouse stands on a cylindrical stone tower, 8 meters high and 9 meters above sea level. It exhibits a white light with a single flash every 6 seconds, visible for 10 nautical miles. The structure now presents a strongly conical form, painted with horizontal black and white bands. Located on a reef 5 kilometers northeast of Capo Carbonara, Sardinia, this active navigational aid is approximately 20.4 kilometers from the port of Cagliari. The site is accessible by boat, and while the tower interior is closed to the public, visitors may ascend an external ladder.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks a submerged reef, a significant hazard to navigation in the waters off Capo Carbonara. Its distinctive appearance and remote location offer a unique point of interest for visitors who reach the site.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
9m
Geographic Range
10NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1902

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with black and white horizontal bands
Material
stone

Structure: round strongly conical stone tower with a short post light at the peak

Location

City
Crabonaxa/Villasimius
Country
🇮🇹Italy
Region
Sardinia
Sea Region
A reef offshore, 5 km northeast of Capo Carbonara, Italy.
Latitude
39.0887°
Longitude
9.5336°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Cagliari(20.4 km)
Admiralty No.
E1044
NGA No.
8556
ARLHS No.
SAR-001
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Secca dei Berni Lighthouse at night?+
Secca dei Berni displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 6s — 2 white flashes every 6 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 Secca dei Berni Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Secca dei Berni Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Cape Carbonara at 1 NM to the NW. Other ports served include MARINA DI VILLASIMIU (2.2 NM NW), Cagliari (20.8 NM WNW), Sarroch (Porto Foxi) (23.2 NM W), Assemini (23.8 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Secca dei Berni Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Secca dei Berni 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 Secca dei Berni Lighthouse?+
Secca dei Berni 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 Secca dei Berni Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Secca dei Berni 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.