Punta Pezzo Lighthouse

Punta Pezzo Lighthouse is a coastal lighthouse situated in Villa San Giovanni, Calabria, Italy. The lighthouse was first built in 1883, but the current structure was constructed in 1953 as a concrete tower with a cylindrical shape and a lantern. It stands at a height of 23 meters and emits a red flash every 15 seconds, visible up to 23 nautical miles.

The lighthouse has a distinctive white and red color scheme with horizontal stripes, making it a notable landmark in the region. It is managed by the Marina Militare and identified by the code number 2720 E.F. The lighthouse plays a crucial role in maritime navigation, guiding vessels through the Strait of Messina between Calabria and Sicily. In exceptional cases, the light can be yellow, visible for 13 nautical miles.

The Punta Pezzo Lighthouse has a rich history and is an important part of Italy's maritime heritage. Its strategic location near the border between Calabria and Sicily makes it a significant aid to navigation in the region. With its distinctive appearance and crucial role in maritime safety, the Punta Pezzo Lighthouse remains an essential landmark for seafarers and a testament to Italy's rich lighthouse heritage.

Light and tower

It has a cylindrical tower and lantern tower. The tower is built of concrete. Its daymark is white tower with red horizontal bands. The light has a focal height of 26 metres. The light has a range of 15 nautical miles. Its light characteristic is Fl (3) R 15s. It carries a type OR 250<br />Focal length: 125mm lens. It was first lit in 1953. It is managed by Marina Militare. The NGA list of lights numbers it 9720. The Admiralty list of lights numbers it E1770.