Porto Colom lighthouse

The white cylindrical tower stands 20 meters tall with a focal height of 42 meters above the Mediterranean Sea level at Porto Colom.

The Port Authority of Balearic Islands established this maritime navigation aid in 1863 to guide vessels through the southeastern waters of Mallorca.

The lighthouse bears the name Punta de ses Crestes in Catalan, reflecting the multilingual heritage of the Balearic Islands region.

The lighthouse emits white flashes every 5 seconds with a range of 20 nautical miles, serving as a critical reference point for maritime traffic.

Located at coordinates 39.4140232 latitude and 3.2706504 longitude, the structure maintains its original 19th-century architectural elements.

GPS coordinates: 39.41402,3.27065

Latest update: March 10, 2025 08:41