Farol do Cabo da Roca

Location and Accessibility

• The Farol do Cabo da Roca is situated on the westernmost point of the Sintra Mountain Range, near Azóia, to the west of Lisbon, Portugal.
• The lighthouse is easily accessible by car or public transportation, with a designated parking area nearby.

History

Construction of the lighthouse began in 1772 and was completed in 1773.

It has been an important aid to navigation for mariners since its inception.

Architecture and Construction Materials

The Farol do Cabo da Roca is a 22-meter-tall (72 ft) tower, with a focal height of 25.92 nautical miles (47.7 km).

The lighthouse was built using traditional Portuguese materials, including stone and brick.

Light Characteristics

The light characteristics of the Farol do Cabo da Roca include a pattern of three flashes every minute, visible from a range of 25.92 nautical miles (47.7 km).

Current Status

The Farol do Cabo da Roca is currently an active aid to navigation, although it has been automated since its installation.

Heritage Status

The lighthouse is considered a historic landmark and is protected by the Portuguese government as part of the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park.

Notable Historical Events

The Farol do Cabo da Roca played a significant role in maritime history, serving as a vital aid to navigation for ships traversing the western coast of Europe.

Location and Accessibility

The lighthouse is easily accessible by car or public transportation, with a designated parking area nearby.

History

Construction of the lighthouse began in 1772 and was completed in 1773.

It has been an important aid to navigation for mariners since its inception.

Architecture and Construction Materials

The Farol do Cabo da Roca is a 22-meter-tall (72 ft) tower, with a focal height of 25.92 nautical miles (47.7 km).

The lighthouse was built using traditional Portuguese materials, including stone and brick.

Light Characteristics

The light characteristics of the Farol do Cabo da Roca include a pattern of three flashes every minute, visible from a range of 25.92 nautical miles (47.7 km).

Current Status

The Farol do Cabo da Roca is currently an active aid to navigation, although it has been automated since its installation.

Heritage Status

The lighthouse is considered a historic landmark and is protected by the Portuguese government as part of the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park.

Notable Historical Events

The Farol do Cabo da Roca played a significant role in maritime history, serving as a vital aid to navigation for ships traversing the western coast of Europe.

Location and Accessibility

The lighthouse is easily accessible by car or public transportation, with a designated parking area nearby.

History

Construction of the lighthouse began in 1772 and was completed in 1773.

It has been an important aid to navigation for mariners since its inception.

Architecture and Construction Materials

The Farol do Cabo da Roca is a 22-meter-tall (72 ft) tower, with a focal height of 25.92 nautical miles (47.7 km).

The lighthouse was built using traditional Portuguese materials, including stone and brick.

Light Characteristics

The light characteristics of the Farol do Cabo da Roca include a pattern of three flashes every minute, visible from a range of 25.92 nautical miles (47.7 km).

Current Status

The Farol do Cabo da Roca is currently an active aid to navigation, although it has been automated since its installation.

Heritage Status

The lighthouse is considered a historic landmark and is protected by the Portuguese government as part of the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park.

Notable Historical Events

The Farol do Cabo da Roca played a significant role in maritime history, serving as a vital aid to navigation for ships traversing the western coast of Europe.