Rimini Lighthouse

Rimini Lighthouse has a focal height of 27 metres, a tower height of 25 metres and a range of 15 nautical miles. It was built in 1733.

Focal height
27 metres
Tower height
25 metres
Range
15 nautical miles
Built
1733
First lit
1946
Automated
yes
Light characteristic
Fl (3) W 12s.
Coordinates
44.07406, 12.57394
Rimini Lighthouse

The Rimini Lighthouse is located on the east side of the channel harbour of Rimini, in the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy. The lighthouse was first built in 1733, but the current structure was completed in 1946 after the previous one was partially destroyed during World War II. The lighthouse features a quadrangular tower with a balcony and lantern attached to a 2-storey keeper's house, standing at a height of 25 meters.

The Rimini Lighthouse has an interesting history, with the first tower being designed by architect Luigi Vanvitelli in 1733. The lighthouse has undergone several transformations, including the addition of a 9-meter extension and electrification of the lantern in 1911. After being damaged during World War II, the lighthouse was rebuilt in 1946 and is now completely automated. The lighthouse is operated by the Marina Militare and is still an active aid to navigation, emitting three white flashes every 12 seconds.

The Rimini Lighthouse is an important landmark in the region, with a rich history spanning over 250 years. The current lighthouse is equipped with a Type OF lens and has a focal length of 187.5 mm, with a range of 15 nautical miles. The lighthouse is now a significant part of Rimini's maritime history and continues to guide mariners safely into the port.

Light and tower

It has a quadrangular tower with balcony and lantern attached to a 2-storey keeper's house tower. The tower is built of masonry. Its daymark is white tower, grey metallic lantern dome. The light has a focal height of 27 metres. The light has a range of 15 nautical miles. Its light characteristic is Fl (3) W 12s. It carries a Type OF<br/>Focal length: 187.5 mm lens. It was first lit in 1946. It is managed by Marina Militare. The NGA list of lights numbers it 11324. The Admiralty list of lights numbers it E2394.

Details

Name
Rimini
Marking
white tower, grey metallic lantern dome
Range Nm
15
Lens Type
Type OF<br/>Focal length: 187.5 mm
Foundation
1-storey masonry building
Nga Number
11324
Year Built
1733
Description
'''Rimini Lighthouse''' () is an active lighthouse located on the east side of the channel harbour of Rimini, Emilia-Romagna on the Adriatic Sea.
Tower Shape
quadrangular tower with balcony and lantern attached to a 2-storey keeper's house
Image Caption
Rimini Lighthouse
Location Text
[[Rimini]]<br />[[Emilia-Romagna]]<br />[[Italy]]
Focal Height M
27
Managing Agent
Marina Militare
Tower Height M
25
Year Automated
yes
Year First Lit
1946
Admiralty Number
E2394
Year Deactivated
1862
Intensity Candelas
main: AL 1000 W<br/>reserve: LABI 100 W
Light Characteristic
Fl (3) W 12s.
Construction Material
masonry tower