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Agios Petros South Pier Lighthouse

Oc Green 4s🇧🇬BGOperational

Location & Light Range

About Agios Petros South Pier Lighthouse

A square, 1-story concrete tower painted white marks the end of the south quay at Sozopol harbor, Bulgaria. This structure, standing 5 meters tall with a focal height of 6 meters, emits a green occulting light, flashing once every 4 seconds. Its geographic range extends to 8.9 nautical miles. The lighthouse is situated at the end of the quay, approximately 0.1 kilometers from the nearest port. While the site is accessible to the public, the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for safe navigation within Sozopol harbor, clearly marking the end of the pier for approaching vessels.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc Green 4s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Oc G 4s
Focal Height
6m
Geographic Range
8.9NM

Location

Country
🇧🇬Bulgaria
Region
Burgas
Sea Region
Sozopol harbor, Bulgaria, at the end of the south (really west) quay.
Latitude
42.4199°
Longitude
27.6874°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sozopol(0.1 km)

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
5m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: square 1-story white concrete tower with gallery

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Agios Petros South Pier Lighthouse at night?+
Agios Petros South Pier displays the characteristic Oc Green 4s. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Agios Petros South Pier Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Agios Petros South Pier Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sozopol at 0.2 NM to the NE. Other ports served include POMORIE (8.7 NM NNW), Burgas (9.1 NM WNW), Nessebar (14.6 NM N), Tsarevo (16.9 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Agios Petros South Pier Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Agios Petros South Pier 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 Agios Petros South Pier Lighthouse?+
Agios Petros South Pier Lighthouse is located within the Mediterranean East-West corridor — a major trade route spanning the Mediterranean from Gibraltar to the Suez Canal. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Agios Petros South Pier Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Agios Petros South Pier 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.