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Far del Fangar

Camí del Mas Vinyes

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Far del Fangar (Deltebre)
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Far del Fangar Lighthouse

The Far del Fangar Lighthouse is situated at Camí del Mas Vinyes in Deltebre, Spain.

Visitors can access the lighthouse via a short walk from the nearby town of Deltebre.

History

The Far del Fangar Lighthouse was constructed in 1924 to serve as an aid to navigation for mariners in the Mediterranean Sea.

The lighthouse has undergone several renovations and restorations over the years, with its current status being that of a museum.

Architecture

The Far del Fangar Lighthouse is a tower structure built from concrete and stands at a height of 20 meters (66 feet).

Its focal height is reportedly around 30 meters (98 feet), although this information is not confirmed.

The lighthouse features a distinctive design, with a white light emitting a sequence of Fl signals every 12 seconds.

Light Characteristics

The Far del Fangar Lighthouse emits a white light with a range of 12 nautical miles and a period of 12 seconds.

The light's characteristics are defined by the Seamark system, which assigns specific codes to each lighthouse.

Heritage Status

The Far del Fangar Lighthouse is listed as a protected monument in Spain, recognizing its historical significance and architectural importance.

Notable Historical Events

There is no notable information available regarding significant events associated with this lighthouse.

Details

NameFar del Fangar
CityDeltebre
CountrySpain
Coordinates40.790447, 0.7684275
Current usemuseum