Name and Location

The Lampedusa Island Lighthouse stands tall on the island of Lampedusa, in the Sicilian province of Agrigento, Italy. Its exact coordinates are 12.320232° E and 35.551136° N.

Construction and History

Unfortunately, no information is available regarding the exact date of construction or the architect responsible for this maritime beacon. However, it was built to serve as a vital aid for navigation in the Mediterranean Sea, specifically guiding ships through the treacherous waters around Lampedusa Island.

Architecture and Materials

No specific information is available about the architecture and materials used in constructing the lighthouse.

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse stands at a height of approximately 40 meters above sea level, with a focal height of around 35 meters. It features a characteristic light range of unknown distance and a specific pattern, Fl(3)W.15s (three white flashes every 15 seconds).

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors can reach the lighthouse via ferry from Sicily or other nearby islands. No public access to the interior of the structure is currently available. The surrounding landscape offers breathtaking views of the Mediterranean Sea and the island's rugged terrain.

Notable Views and Landscape

The surrounding landscape offers breathtaking views of the Mediterranean Sea and the island's rugged terrain.

Technical and Operational Details

Unfortunately, no information is available regarding the current operational status or whether it still serves as an active aid for navigation.

Further Information

As a working lighthouse, it does not hold any specific heritage status. However, its historical significance as an aid for navigation in the Mediterranean makes it a valuable part of Italy's maritime history.