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Antalya North Mole Lighthouse

Fl Red 3s🇹🇷Antalya, TROperational

Location & Light Range

About Antalya North Mole Lighthouse

This cylindrical fiberglass tower stands 10 meters tall, with its light positioned 12 meters above sea level. It displays a single red flash every 3 seconds, visible for 11 nautical miles. The tower is painted white and features a narrow red horizontal band. It guides vessels into the old fishing harbor of Antalya, Turkey, replacing an earlier skeletal tower. The site is accessible to the public, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: The light is important for fishing vessels and recreational boats entering Antalya's old harbor, clearly marking the north mole and enhancing safety at the entrance.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl R 3s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Earlier light was a small skeletal tower

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
fiberglass

Structure: round barbell-shaped fiberglass tower, colored white with a narrow red horizontal band

Location

City
Antalya
Country
🇹🇷Turkey
Region
Antalya
Sea Region
North mole of the old fishing harbor of Antalya, Turkey
Latitude
36.8838°
Longitude
30.7014°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Antalya(4.8 km)
Admiralty No.
N5857
NGA No.
20640
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Antalya North Mole Lighthouse at night?+
Antalya North Mole displays the characteristic Fl Red 3s. 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 Antalya North Mole Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Antalya North Mole Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Antalya at 5.5 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Manavgat (36.7 NM E), Finike (44.2 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Antalya North Mole Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Antalya North Mole 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 Antalya North Mole Lighthouse?+
Antalya North Mole 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 Antalya North Mole Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Antalya North Mole 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.