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Çardak Burnu Lighthouse

Fl Green 3s🇹🇷Lapseki, TROperational

Location & Light Range

About Çardak Burnu Lighthouse

Also known as: Çardak Burnu (Çardak Plajı)

The Çardak Burnu lighthouse, first lit in 1858, is a cylindrical metal tower standing 11 meters tall. It is painted white with a narrow green horizontal band. The lighthouse emits a single green flash every 3 seconds from a focal height of 12 meters, with a geographic range of 11 nautical miles. This structure is situated on a long sand spit that shelters the harbor of Çardak. Its location is at the northern end of the strait between Çardak and Gelibolu.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides vessels navigating the strait between Çardak and Gelibolu, warning them of the sand spit extending into the water.

Light & Optic

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

Construction & History

First Lit
1858

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Gelibolu(2.1 km)
Admiralty No.
N4876
NGA No.
17044
ARLHS No.
TUR-028

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a narrow green horizontal band

Structure: round metal tower, painted white with a narrow green horizontal band

Location

City
Lapseki
Country
🇹🇷Turkey
Region
Canakkale
Sea Region
A long sand spit sheltering the harbor of Çardak, located at the northern end of the strait between Çardak and Gelibolu (Gallipoli).
Latitude
40.3859°
Longitude
26.7079°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Çardak Burnu Lighthouse at night?+
Çardak Burnu displays the characteristic Fl Green 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Çardak Burnu Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Çardak Burnu Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is CARDAK at 0.5 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Bolu (2.1 NM WNW), LAPSEKI (2.3 NM SSW), Gelibolu (2.4 NM WNW), Kemer (15.8 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Çardak Burnu Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Çardak Burnu 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 Çardak Burnu Lighthouse?+
Çardak Burnu 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 Çardak Burnu Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Çardak Burnu 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.