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Abū Minqār Lighthouse

Fl (2) Red 5s🇪🇬Hurghada, EGOperational

Location & Light Range

About Abū Minqār Lighthouse

Abū Minqār lighthouse is a red, cylindrical tower made of stone and fiberglass. Standing 9 meters tall with its focal height also at 9 meters, it is mounted on a stone pier. The structure features a distinctive hourglass shape, characteristic of modern lighthouse design. This lighthouse emits a red flash every 5 seconds, providing a geographic range of 10 nautical miles. Located opposite the Hurghada waterfront, it is situated on a reef in the Red Sea region. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse warns mariners of the reef's southeast extremity, safeguarding maritime traffic, particularly local vessels and pleasure craft navigating the system off Hurghada and ensuring safe passage along this busy stretch of the Red Sea.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) Red 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl R 5s
Focal Height
9m
Geographic Range
10NM

Location

City
Hurghada
Country
🇪🇬Egypt
Region
Red Sea
Sea Region
A reef opposite the Ghardaqah waterfront.
Latitude
27.2160°
Longitude
33.8523°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Hurghada(1.5 km)
Admiralty No.
D7296.51
NGA No.
30410.6

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
stone, fiberglass

Structure: round hourglass-shaped fiberglass tower mounted on a stone pier

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Abū Minqār Lighthouse at night?+
Abū Minqār displays the characteristic Fl (2) Red 5s — 2 red flashes every 5 seconds. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area. The red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Abū Minqār Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Abū Minqār Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hurghada at 1.8 NM to the NW. Other ports served include El-Guna (El Gouna) (14.1 NM NW), Soma Bay Marina (23.1 NM SSE), Safaga (28.7 NM S), ZEIT BAY (38.5 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Abū Minqār Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Abū Minqār Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
What shipping routes pass near Abū Minqār Lighthouse?+
Abū Minqār Lighthouse is located within the Suez Canal approach — the critical route linking the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea and Indian Ocean. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Abū Minqār Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Abū Minqār Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.