spartel

Spartel is a toponym most commonly associated with Cape Spartel, a rocky promontory on the Atlantic coast of Morocco near the city of Tangier, at the entrance to the Strait of Gibraltar. The cape lies at the point where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Mediterranean Sea, making it a notable maritime landmark for navigation and coastal observation.

The landscape around Cape Spartel features steep cliffs, scrub vegetation, and panoramic views over the strait. The area is a popular destination for visitors who come to enjoy the scenery, watch shipping traffic, and access nearby beaches and viewpoints.

A notable feature of the cape is the lighthouse known as Phare de Cap Spartel, established in the 19th century. The lighthouse serves as a navigational aid for vessels entering and leaving the Strait of Gibraltar and stands as a historical landmark in the region.

In Spanish-language sources, the cape is referred to as Cabo Espartel. The name Spartel appears in maps and regional usage across languages, reflecting the cape’s long-standing role as a geographic reference point for maritime routes between the Atlantic and the Mediterranean.