Name and Location

The Faro de El Rompido is a historical lighthouse located in Cartaya, Huelva, Spain, along the Atlantic coast.

Construction and History

The original Faro de El Rompido was built in 1976 as part of a series of lighthouses designed to improve maritime safety along Spain's coast. The current structure, constructed in the early 1990s, stands at 43 meters tall and features a more robust design.

Architecture and Materials

The lighthouse has a sturdy concrete foundation and an upper portion made of steel, clad with a distinctive white coating. Its unique architecture makes it a visually appealing landmark.

Light and Navigation

The Faro de El Rompido emits a unique light sequence: 0.5 seconds on, followed by 2.8 seconds off, then 0.5 seconds on again, and finally 6.2 seconds off. This pattern helps distinguish it from other lighthouses in the area. The light's range extends for approximately 24 nautical miles.

Accessibility and Visiting

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Notable Views and Landscape

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Anecdotes and Folklore

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Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse stands at a geographical coordinate of -7.1267474° longitude and 37.2185465° latitude, making it an important reference point for mariners navigating the waters off Spain's Atlantic coast.

Further Information

• * US NGA Pub. 113 (2011-10-20)
• * Wikidata: Q30125526
• * Wikipedia: es:Faro de El Rompido