The current lighthouse is the second to be constructed at Cabo Touriñán a rocky headland on the Costa da Morte.

[1][2] The first lighthouse at Touriñán, was completed in 1898, and consists of a single storey keeper's house with the tower centrally located at the apex of the roof.

[2] A new lighthouse, which was built adjacent to the original building first entered service in 1981.

It consists of a 11m high cylinder-shaped tower, that supports twin galleries and a lantern with a grey cupola.

[2] With a focal height of 65m above sea level, the light can be seen for 24 nautical miles.