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At a glance
- Type
- Lighthouse
- Coordinates
- 44°04′52″ N, 9°52′52″ E
History and description
Punta Santa Teresa Lighthouse (Italian: Faro di Punta Santa Teresa) is an active lighthouse located
at the east side, opposite to the outer breakwater of the gulf of La Spezia, in the municipality of Lerici, Liguria on the Ligurian Sea.
Description
The lighthouse consists of a green metal cylindrical tower, 5 feet (1.5 m) high, with balcony and lantern. The lantern, painted in green, is positioned at 10 metres (33 ft) above sea level and emits two green flashes in a 6 seconds period. The lighthouse is powered by a solar unit and is completely automated and operated by the Marina Militare with the identification code number 1745 E.F.
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Getting there
Cà dei BoschettiTrain, nearest
4.4 km as the crow flies
Punta Santa Teresa Lighthouse
Port2.4 km
Distances are as the crow flies, not walking or driving.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Punta Santa Teresa Lighthouse?
Punta Santa Teresa Lighthouse is in Lerici, in the province of La Spezia (Liguria), Italy. GPS coordinates: 44.08109, 9.88121.
What else is there to see near Punta Santa Teresa Lighthouse?
Nearby you’ll find: Fort Pianelloni (900 m away), Castle of San Terenzo (1.2 km away), Villa Magni (1.5 km away).
Sources and licences
Text. Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia (CC BY-SA 4.0).
Data. Wikidata (CC0); opening hours and contacts OpenStreetMap (ODbL).
Photos. Wikimedia Commons, author and licence on every image.
Credits for the 1 photos
- Il Faro 1 — Massimilianogalardi, CC BY-SA 3.0
Updated 28 October 2026. All sources and licences