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Tazones Lighthouse

Fl White 7.5s🇪🇸Villaviciosa, ESOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tazones Lighthouse

Also known as: Tazones (Punta del Olivo)

Constructed in 1864, this lighthouse stands on a headland 9 kilometers northeast of Villaviciosa. The cylindrical stone tower, standing 11 meters high, was rebuilt in 1945. Its lantern emits a single white flash every 7.5 seconds, visible for over 27 nautical miles. The structure consists of an octagonal stone tower with a lantern and gallery, attached to a two-story keeper's house. The site is accessible to the public, but the tower remains closed. In 2007, the lighthouse was transferred to a local entity with plans for a cultural center, which have not been realized.

Why it matters: The lighthouse marks a headland between the ports of Villaviciosa and Gijón. Its distinctive stone tower integrated with the keeper's house provides a unique architectural character.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 7.5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
7.5s
Raw Code
Fl W 7.5s
Focal Height
127m
Light Range
24NM (44.4 km)
Geographic Range
27.6NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1864

Significant events: light tower rebuilt in 1945, lighthouse transferred to a local group in 2007 with plans for a cultural center and natural history museum (plans not realized)

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
stone
Material
stone

Structure: octagonal cylindrical stone tower with lantern and gallery, attached to the seaward side of a 2-story masonry keeper's house

Location

City
Villaviciosa
Country
🇪🇸Spain
Region
Asturias
Sea Region
Located on a headland about 9 km northeast of Villaviciosa and 28 km east of Gijón.
Latitude
43.5478°
Longitude
-5.3995°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Gijon(11.6 km)
Admiralty No.
D1592
NGA No.
ES-01720
ARLHS No.
SPA-137
Wikidata
Q8960915 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Tazones Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 127 meters and a nominal range of 24 nautical miles (approximately 44.4 km), Tazones is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. Lights of this range are typically used as landfall lights by vessels approaching from the open sea.
How do mariners identify Tazones Lighthouse at night?+
Tazones displays the characteristic Fl White 7.5s. 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 Tazones Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tazones Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is LASTRES at 6.1 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Cabueñes (8.9 NM WSW), Gijón (11.6 NM W), Musel-Arnao (13.1 NM W), Pola de Siero (14.1 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tazones Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tazones 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 Tazones Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tazones 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.