Name and Location

The Faro de La Galea-Galeako itsasargia, also known as the Punta Galea Lighthouse, is a historic landmark located in Getxo, Biscay, Spain. It sits on the coast of the Bay of Biscay, guiding mariners since 1854.

Construction and History

The Faro de La Galea-Galeako itsasargia has played a crucial role in maritime history, serving as a vital aid to navigation for centuries. Its construction was likely influenced by the region's rich cultural heritage, with the lighthouse serving as a symbol of safety and guidance for mariners.

Architecture and Materials

The Faro de La Galea-Galeako itsasargia stands at an impressive 84 meters (276 feet) in height, with a white-painted tower and a distinctive red-and-white striped daymark. The structure is made of stone and features a cylindrical shape, with a spiral staircase leading to the top.

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse's primary function is to provide navigation assistance to mariners entering or leaving the Bay of Biscay. Its light characteristic is Fl (3) 0.2+(1.5), meaning it emits three flashes every 15 seconds, with a range of approximately 19 nautical miles. The sector of visibility covers angles between 11 and 227 degrees.

Accessibility and Visiting

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Notable Views and Landscape

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Anecdotes and Folklore

No anecdotes or folklore are available for this lighthouse.

Technical and Operational Details

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• `building`: yes
• `man_made`: lighthouse
• `name`: Faro de La Galea-Galeako itsasargia (Faro de Punta Galea)
• `seamark:landmark:height`: 8
• `seamark:light:1:character`: Fl
• `seamark:light:1:colour`: white
• `seamark:light:1:group`: 3
• `seamark:light:1:height`: 84
• `seamark:light:1:period`: 8
• `seamark:light:1:range`: 19
• `seamark:light:1:sector_end`: 227
• `seamark:light:1:sector_start`: 11
• `seamark:light:reference`: D 1524
• `wikidata`: Q12258124

Further Information

The location's coordinates are:

• Latitude: 43.3732853
• Longitude: -3.0360761