Name and Location

The Faro di Punta Sottile is a historic lighthouse located on the island of Favignana, Sicily, Italy.

Construction and History

Built in 1952, the lighthouse has played a vital role in facilitating safe navigation for mariners traversing the Mediterranean Sea. Its construction was likely influenced by the strategic importance of the island and its proximity to major shipping lanes.

Architecture and Materials

The Faro di Punta Sottile features a cylindrical tower with a white light housed at the top, characteristic of lighthouses from that era. The height of the lighthouse is 43 meters (141 feet), with a focal height of 52 meters (171 feet).

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse emits a white light that flashes every 8 seconds, with a range of approximately 25 nautical miles (46 kilometers). The light's sector end and start are marked at 237° and 316° respectively.

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors can access the lighthouse, although specific information on opening hours, entrance fees, or guided tours is not available. The surrounding landscape offers scenic views of the Mediterranean Sea and the island's rugged coastline.

Notable Views and Landscape

The surrounding landscape offers scenic views of the Mediterranean Sea and the island's rugged coastline.

Technical and Operational Details

The Faro di Punta Sottile is an automated lighthouse, operated by remote control. The lighthouse serves as a radio station with an MMSI (Maritime Mobile Service Identity) number of 992471073 and operates in the AIS (Automatic Identification System) category.

Further Information

According to US NGA Pub. 113, the lighthouse's name is listed as "Punta Sottile."