Name and Location

The São Francisco do Sul Lighthouse is located in RCHW+Q4, São Francisco do Sul, State of Santa Catarina, Brazil, at approximate coordinates -48.5546407, -26.1705185.

Construction and History

The exact date of construction is unknown, but it is believed to have been built in the late 20th century. The lighthouse was constructed with a white fiberglass skeleton tower, characteristic of modern lighthouses.

Architecture and Materials

The lighthouse has a height of approximately 15 meters (49 feet) and features a white fiberglass skeleton tower.

Light and Navigation

The light characteristic is Fl(3)W.15s, indicating a flashing white light with a period of 10 seconds and a range of 8 nautical miles. The lighthouse operates manually, meaning that it is staffed by a keeper who is responsible for maintaining the light and other aids to navigation.

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors can access the lighthouse, but unfortunately, there is no visitor information available, including opening hours, entrance fees, guided tours, and on-site facilities. The nearest town is São Francisco do Sul, which offers basic amenities such as shops, restaurants, and accommodations.

Notable Views and Landscape

The view from the top of the lighthouse is a stunning panorama of the Atlantic Ocean and the surrounding coastline. On a clear day, visitors can see for miles along the coast and spot various marine life such as dolphins and sea turtles. The area is known for its rich biodiversity and is home to various species of plants and animals that are unique to the region.

Anecdotes and Folklore

Unfortunately, there are no local folklore or unique anecdotes available about the São Francisco do Sul Lighthouse.

Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse operates manually and does not have an AIS (Automatic Identification System) or radar installation. The focal height is not specified.

Further Information

The lighthouse is referenced on nautical charts as G 0544.