As Sallum Lighthouse
Location & Light Range
About As Sallum Lighthouse
Also known as: Saloum
This metal square tower, painted red, stands 14 meters above sea level on Egypt's Mediterranean coast, close to the Libyan border. It overlooks the natural harbor of As Sallum and marks the port. The lighthouse emits a white light with one flash every 20 seconds, visible for 11.6 nautical miles. Located near the port of Sidi Barrani, it is situated in a region of arid landscapes meeting the sea. The site is accessible, but the tower itself is closed to the public. It continues to serve as an active aid to maritime navigation.
Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for guiding maritime traffic into the port of As Sallum, a significant port on Egypt's western Mediterranean coast.
Light & Optic
- Flash Type
- Flashing
- Light Color
- White
- Interval
- 20s
- Raw Code
- Fl W 20s
- Focal Height
- 14m
- Geographic Range
- 11.6NM
Location
- Country
- 🇪🇬Egypt
- Region
- Matruh
- Sea Region
- Mediterranean Sea, marking the port of As Sallum, Egypt
- Latitude
- 31.5625°
- Longitude
- 25.1606°
References & Identifiers
- Nearest Port
- Sidi Barrani(0.2 km)
- Admiralty No.
- N6206
- NGA No.
- 21428
Nearby Ports
Tower & Structure
- Tower Shape
- square
- Tower Color
- red
- Material
- metal
Structure: As Sallum (Saloum) (2) lighthouse stands on the rugged Mediterranean coast of Egypt, near the border with Libya. This strategic location overlooks the natural harbor of As Sallum, a vital port in a region characterized by its arid landscapes meeting the deep blue sea. While specific details of its construction history are not widely publicized, its presence is undoubtedly tied to the need for safe navigation for vessels approaching this important coastal town. The lighthouse has quietly served mariners for years, guiding ships through these waters, which can be challenging due to shifting sands and the need for precise entry into the port. Today, the lighthouse remains active, its light continuing to sweep across the waves. Visitors can access the site to appreciate its coastal setting and the expansive views of the Mediterranean, though the tower itself is not open for climbing. It represents a continuous link to maritime safety in a historically significant border area.
Visiting
- Open to public
- Site open, tower closed
Nearby Vessels
اعثر على منارة As Sallum على الخريطة البحرية المباشرة
خطّط رحلاتك قرب Egypt، وشاهد السفن المجاورة في الوقت الفعلي، واستكشف أكثر من 14,900 معلَم ملاحي في التطبيق.