Formentor Lighthouse facts for kids
| Location | Cap de Formentor Majorca Spain |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 39°57′41″N 3°12′44″E / 39.961358°N 3.212321°E |
| Year first constructed | 1863 |
| Construction | masonry tower |
| Tower shape | cylindrical tower with double balcony and lantern |
| Markings / pattern | white tower and buildings, grey lantern |
| Height | 22 metres (72 ft) |
| Focal height | 210 metres (690 ft) |
| Range | 24 nautical miles (44 km; 28 mi) |
| Spain number | ES-32900 |
The Formentor (Spanish: Far de Formentor) or Cap de Formentor Lighthouse is an active lighthouse on the Spanish island of Majorca.
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.
See also
In Spanish: Faro de Formentor para niños
- List of lighthouses in Spain
- List of lighthouses in the Balearic Islands
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