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Seru Bentana Lighthouse

Fl (4) W 22s🇧🇶Netherlands Antilles, BQOperational

Location & Light Range

About Seru Bentana Lighthouse

This grey masonry tower has a square base and stands 33 meters tall. Its white light emits four flashes every 20 seconds. The focal height reaches 44 meters above sea level, providing a geographic range of 15 nautical miles. The structure itself is built from masonry materials. Visitors can access a viewpoint from the tower.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (4) W 22s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
4 flashes
Interval
22s
Raw Code
Fl.(4)W. period 20s
Focal Height
44m
Geographic Range
15NM

Location

City
Netherlands Antilles
Country
🇧🇶BQ
Latitude
12.3050°
Longitude
-68.3761°

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
J6416
NGA No.
J 6416
Wikidata
Q58035221 →
OpenStreetMap
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
33m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
grey
Material
masonry

Structure: Grey square masonry tower; 33

Visiting

Open to public
viewpoint

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Flag
Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Seru Bentana Lighthouse at night?+
Seru Bentana displays the characteristic Fl (4) W 22s — 4 white flashes every 22 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.
Which ports and harbors does Seru Bentana Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Seru Bentana Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Dorp Rincón at 5 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Goto (5.2 NM S), Bonaire Terminal (5.3 NM S), Bonaire (9.9 NM SSE), Kralendijk (11.3 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Seru Bentana Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Seru Bentana 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 Seru Bentana Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Seru Bentana 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.