Name and Location

The Tapia de Casariego Lighthouse, officially known as Faro de Tapia de Casariego, is located in the municipality of Tapia de Casariego, Principality of Asturias, Spain. The lighthouse sits on the northern coast of Spain, overlooking the Cantabrian Sea.

2. Construction and History

The exact construction date of the Tapia de Casariego Lighthouse is unknown. The tower and lantern appear to be a masonry or concrete structure painted white, with a height of 10 meters above ground level. The lighthouse has a functional architectural style with minimal ornamentation.

3. Architecture and Materials

The lighthouse's tower and lantern are constructed from local stone or concrete, with the lantern gallery made of metal. The structure is white in color.

4. Light and Navigation

The Tapia de Casariego Lighthouse features a green light characteristic, with a group flash of two (Fl(2) G 7 s). The sequence of this flashing pattern is: 0.5 seconds of green light, followed by 1.5 seconds of darkness, then another 0.5 seconds of green light, and finally 4.5 seconds of darkness. The nominal range of the light is 3 nautical miles.

5. Accessibility and Visiting

The lighthouse itself is not open to the public, but visitors can access the seafront promenade in Tapia de Casariego for unobstructed views of the structure. To reach the lighthouse, follow Calle San Sebastián on foot or by car, with parking and bus stops available in the town center within 500 meters.

6. Notable Views and Landscape

Visitors to the area can enjoy Tapia de Casariego's old quarter, local beaches (Playa de los Campos and Playa de Peñadoria), and the scenic cliffs along the Cantabrian coast.

8. Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse is active and automated, with no resident keeper. It is managed by the Spanish maritime administration.

9. Further Information

For more information on the Tapia de Casariego Lighthouse, visit the Spanish Wikipedia page at https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Faro_de_Tapia_de_Casariego or the Wikidata entry at Q8960917.