Name and Location

The Faro di Barrettinelli is a historic lighthouse located at 8C22+J8 La Maddalena, Province of Sassari, Italy.

Construction and History

The exact construction date of the lighthouse is unknown, but it is believed to have been built in the late 19th century. The Faro di Barrettinelli has been guiding mariners through the treacherous waters of the Mediterranean Sea for centuries.

Architecture and Materials

The Faro di Barrettinelli is constructed with a traditional architectural style, featuring a white stone tower surrounded by a small house for the lighthouse keeper.

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse emits a white light that flashes every 10 seconds, with a range of approximately 11 nautical miles (20 kilometers). The light characteristic is Fl (3) W.15s, indicating three long flashes followed by a short flash, repeated every 15 seconds.

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors can reach the Faro di Barrettinelli by taking a ferry to La Maddalena Island. The island is also home to other historic sites, including the medieval town of La Maddalena and the natural reserve of Isola Corcelli.

Notable Views and Landscape

No specific information available on notable views or landscape.

Anecdotes and Folklore

No specific anecdotes or folklore available.

Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse stands at an impressive height of 12 meters (39 feet) and has a focal height of 22 meters (72 feet). Although the Faro di Barrettinelli is no longer fully operational as a navigation aid, it remains an important landmark for mariners navigating the waters of the Mediterranean Sea.

Further Information

The Faro di Barrettinelli is listed in the Italian National Institute for Insurance Against Accidents at Work (INAIL) database, indicating its cultural and historical significance as a lighthouse. The coordinates are at 41.3016119° N latitude and 9.400789° E longitude.