Formentor Lighthouse

Lighthouse on Mallorca, Spain From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

The Formentor (Catalan: Far de Formentor) or Cap de Formentor Lighthouse is an active lighthouse on the Spanish island of Majorca.

Coordinates39°57′41″N 3°12′44″E
Constructed1863
Constructionmasonry tower
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Formentor Lighthouse
LocationCap de Formentor
Majorca
Spain
Coordinates39°57′41″N 3°12′44″E
Tower
Constructed1863
Constructionmasonry tower
Height22 metres (72 ft)
Shapecylindrical tower with double balcony and lantern
Markingswhite tower and buildings, grey lantern
Power sourcemains electricity Edit this on Wikidata
OperatorComisión de faros[1]
Light
Focal height210 metres (690 ft)
Range24 nautical miles (44 km; 28 mi)
CharacteristicFl(4) W 20s Edit this on Wikidata
Spain no.ES-32900
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It is the highest lighthouse in the Balearic Islands with a focal height of 210 metres (690 ft) above sea level, located on high cliffs at the tip of Cap de Formentor.[2][1]

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