Pianosa Lighthouse
Pianosa Lighthouse has a focal height of 42 metres, a tower height of 19 metres and a range of 16 nautical miles. It was built in 1864.
- Focal height
- 42 metres
- Tower height
- 19 metres
- Range
- 16 nautical miles
- Built
- 1864
- First lit
- 1865
- Light characteristic
- Fl (2) W 10s.
- Coordinates
- 42.58573, 10.09615
The Pianosa Lighthouse is located on the east side of Pianosa Island in Tuscany, Italy. It was built in 1864 and entered service on October 1, 1865. The lighthouse is a two-story building with a white cylindrical tower that is 19 meters high, surmounted by a balcony and lantern positioned 42 meters above sea level.
The lighthouse is currently operated by the Marina Militare and is identified by the code number 2088 E.F. It emits two white flashes in a 10-second period, visible at a distance of 16 nautical miles. The structure is a notable part of the Tuscan Archipelago and is an important aid to navigation in the area.
The Pianosa Lighthouse has a interesting history, having been in service for over 150 years. It is one of the many lighthouses located in Italy and is a significant part of the country's maritime heritage. Today, the lighthouse remains an active and important part of the maritime landscape, helping to guide ships and sailors safely through the waters surrounding Pianosa Island.
Light and tower
It has a cylindrical tower with lantern and gallery atop a 2-storey keeper’s house tower. The tower is built of brick. Its daymark is white building and tower. The light has a focal height of 42 metres. The light has a range of 16 nautical miles. Its light characteristic is Fl (2) W 10s. It carries a Type TD lens. It was first lit in 1865. It is managed by Marina Militare. The NGA list of lights numbers it 8968. The Admiralty list of lights numbers it E1448.
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Details
- Marking
- white building and tower
- Range Nm
- 16
- Lens Type
- Type TD
- Foundation
- masonry base
- Nga Number
- 8968
- Year Built
- 1864
- Description
- '''Pianosa Lighthouse''' () is an active lighthouse located on the east side of Pianosa Island.
- Tower Shape
- cylindrical tower with lantern and gallery atop a 2-storey keeper’s house
- Location Text
- Pianosa Island<br /> [[Tuscany]]<br /> [[Italy]]
- Focal Height M
- 42
- Managing Agent
- Marina Militare
- Tower Height M
- 19
- Year First Lit
- 1865
- Admiralty Number
- E1448
- Intensity Candelas
- main: AL 1000 W<br/>reserve: LABI 100 W
- Light Characteristic
- Fl (2) W 10s.
- Construction Material
- brick tower