Punta Ferraione Lighthouse

The Punta Ferraione Lighthouse is located on the eastern tip of a small bay on the island of Capraia in the Tuscan Archipelago, Italy. It was first built in 1868 and refurbished in 1908. The lighthouse has a quadrangular tower that is 12 meters high, attached to a 2-storey keeper's house, both of which are painted white. The lantern and lantern roof are painted grey metallic and have an octagonal shape.

The lighthouse is an active aid to navigation and is managed by the Marina Militare. It is completely automated and emits a long white flash every 6 seconds, visible up to a distance of 16 nautical miles. The light is positioned 30 meters above sea level. Although the lighthouse is automated, the building is used to accommodate the local office of the Guardia Costiera.

The Punta Ferraione Lighthouse has a rich history, with its original construction dating back to 1868. Over the years, it has played an important role in guiding ships and boats safely through the Tyrrhenian Sea. Today, it remains an important aid to navigation and a notable landmark on the island of Capraia. The lighthouse is also a significant part of Italy's maritime heritage, and its history and operations are documented by the Marina Militare.

Light and tower

It has a quadrangular tower with lantern and gallery attached to a 2-storey keeper's house tower. The tower is built of masonry. Its daymark is white tower and keeper's house, grey metallic lantern. The light has a focal height of 30 metres. The light has a range of 16 nautical miles. Its light characteristic is L Fl W 6s. It carries a Type TD lens. It was first lit in 1908. It is managed by Marina Militare. The NGA list of lights numbers it 8864. The Admiralty list of lights numbers it E1400.