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Villarino Partido Lighthouse Lighthouse

Fl White 40s🇦🇷AROperational

Location & Light Range

About Villarino Partido Lighthouse Lighthouse

The Villarino Partido Lighthouse, a cylindrical concrete tower completed in 1925, stands 62 meters tall and is painted with black and white horizontal bands. Its lantern and double gallery surmount the round, tapered structure. Situated on the 40-kilometer-long Península Verde, it is located about 30 miles northeast of Pedro Luro, marking El Rincón. The lighthouse emits two white flashes followed by one white flash every 40 seconds, visible for 20.6 nautical miles. This staffed station is the southern landfall light for the seaports of Bahía Blanca.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the southern approach to the Bahía Blanca estuary, guiding vessels to Puerto Rosales and other seaports. Its construction as one of the world's tallest concrete lighthouses represents a significant engineering achievement.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 40s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
40s
Raw Code
Fl(2+1) W 40s
Focal Height
64m
Geographic Range
20.6NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1925

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Puerto Rosales(27.2 km)
ARLHS No.
ARG-036

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
62m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with black and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: round tapered concrete tower with lantern and double gallery, painted with black and white horizontal bands

Location

Country
🇦🇷Argentina
Region
Buenos Aires
Sea Region
El Rincón, southern landfall light for the seaports of Bahía Blanca, about 30 miles northeast of Pedro Luro on the Península Verde, a 40 km long peninsula about 50 km south of the entrance to the Bahía Blanca estuary.
Latitude
-39.3848°
Longitude
-62.0146°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Villarino Partido Lighthouse Lighthouse at night?+
Villarino Partido Lighthouse displays the characteristic Fl White 40s. 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 Villarino Partido Lighthouse Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Villarino Partido Lighthouse Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Puerto Rosales/Bahia Blanca at 27.8 NM to the N. Other ports served include Puerto Belgrano/Bahia Blanca (29.7 NM N), Puerto Nacional/Bahia Blanca (37.3 NM NNW), Bahía Blanca (37.5 NM NNW), Cuatreros/Bahia Blanca (38 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Villarino Partido Lighthouse Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Villarino Partido Lighthouse 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 Villarino Partido Lighthouse Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Villarino Partido Lighthouse 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.