Civitanova Marche Lighthouse

Civitanova Marche Lighthouse is an active lighthouse located
in front of the Port of Civitanova Marche, Marche on the Adriatic Sea.

History

The lighthouse is settled on the bell tower of the Church of Cristo Re; the construction of the church begun in 1933 on plan of Gustavo Stainer but was completed only in the 1980s. The bell tower was built on project of Dante Tassotti and the lighthouse was activated in 1967.

Description

The structure consists of a red bricks cylindrical tower, high, with the lantern placed on the balcony accessible climbing 285 steps or with a lift. The lantern is positioned at above sea level and emits four white flashes in a 20 seconds period, visible up to a distance of. The lighthouse is completely automated and operated by the Marina Militare with the identification code number 3912 E.F.