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Amasra South Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Red 6s🇹🇷Amasra, TROperational

Location & Light Range

About Amasra South Breakwater Lighthouse

Amasra South Breakwater lighthouse, established in 1961, is a cylindrical steel tower standing 10 meters tall. Painted white with a narrow red horizontal band, its structure is described as round and barbell-shaped. The light emits a single red flash every 6 seconds, visible for 11.6 nautical miles. It is located at the end of the east breakwater in Amasra, Turkey, approximately 0.4 kilometers from the nearest port. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This light is essential for guiding vessels entering Amasra's harbor and warns them of the breakwater's extremity.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl R 6s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1961

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a narrow red horizontal band
Material
steel

Structure: round barbell-shaped steel tower, painted white with a narrow red horizontal band

Location

City
Amasra
Country
🇹🇷Turkey
Region
Bartın
Sea Region
Located at the end of the south (really the east) breakwater in Amasra, Turkey
Latitude
41.7453°
Longitude
32.3956°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Amasra(0.4 km)
Admiralty No.
N5818
NGA No.
19580
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Amasra South Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Amasra South Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl Red 6s. 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 Amasra South Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Amasra South Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Amasra at 0.1 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Çamalti (5.7 NM S), BARTIN (8 NM WSW), Cide (27.8 NM ENE), Zonguldak (32.5 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Amasra South Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Amasra South Breakwater 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 Amasra South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Amasra South Breakwater 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 Amasra South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Amasra South Breakwater 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.