São Mateus Lighthouse

🇧🇷Southeastern Brazil, BRInactive

Location & Light Range

About São Mateus Lighthouse

Built in 1914, the São Mateus Lighthouse stands 11 meters tall. This structure served the southeastern coast of Brazil. Its operational period concluded in the 20th century, and it is no longer active. The lighthouse's purpose was to aid maritime navigation along the Brazilian shoreline.

Light & Optic

Flash Count
1 flash

Construction & History

Year Built
1914

References & Identifiers

Wikidata
Q10280172 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m

Location

City
Southeastern Brazil
Country
🇧🇷BR
Latitude
-18.5956°
Longitude
-39.7290°

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does São Mateus Lighthouse guide vessels into?

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São Mateus Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is São Mateus at 10 NM to the SW. Other ports served include NORTE CAPIXABA (22.9 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.

Is São Mateus Lighthouse still active and maintained?

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São Mateus Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.

How can I track vessels near São Mateus Lighthouse?

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You can track vessels near São Mateus 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.

What is the São Mateus lighthouse used for?

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It is a fixed navigational aid on the coast at Southeastern Brazil, BR. Mariners identify it by its light characteristic — the pattern, colour and timing of its flashes — which is unique among the lights in its area, so a bearing on it fixes a vessel’s position without instruments.