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Vilamoura Marina East Mole Lighthouse

Fl Green 4s🇵🇹Quarteira, PTOperational

Location & Light Range

About Vilamoura Marina East Mole Lighthouse

A cylindrical tower, 7 meters high, stands at the end of the east mole, marking the entrance to Vilamoura Marina. The structure is painted with green and white horizontal bands and features a gallery. Its light emits a single green flash every 4 seconds, visible for 11.6 nautical miles. The focal height of the light is 14 meters above sea level. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This light is essential for the safe entry and exit of vessels at Vilamoura Marina, helping to prevent groundings and collisions in a high-traffic area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl G 4s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Location

City
Quarteira
Country
🇵🇹Portugal
Region
Faro
Sea Region
Located at the end of the mole on the east side of the entrance to the Vilamoura Marina.
Latitude
37.0704°
Longitude
-8.1230°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Quarteira(0.1 km)
Admiralty No.
D2197.4
NGA No.
3712
ARLHS No.
POR-083

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with green and white horizontal bands

Structure: round bluntly conical tower with gallery, painted with green and white horizontal bands

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Vilamoura Marina East Mole Lighthouse at night?+
Vilamoura Marina East Mole displays the characteristic Fl Green 4s. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Vilamoura Marina East Mole Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Vilamoura Marina East Mole Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Quarteira at 1.1 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Olhos de Água (3 NM WNW), Albufeira (6.8 NM W), Faro (9.5 NM ESE), Armação de Pêra (11 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Vilamoura Marina East Mole Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Vilamoura Marina East Mole 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 Vilamoura Marina East Mole Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Vilamoura Marina East Mole 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.