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Arkítsa Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 5s🇬🇷Municipal Unit of Dafnousia, GROperational

Location & Light Range

About Arkítsa Lighthouse

Constructed in 1908, the Arkítsa lighthouse is a cylindrical stone tower with white trim, standing 15 meters tall. It rises from a square, one-story keeper's house. The lighthouse emits a white light with two flashes every 5 seconds. Its focal height is also 15 meters, providing a geographic range of 11.9 nautical miles. The structure is situated on Ákra Arkítsa, a cape that extends into the Evvoikós Kolpós, near the town of Arkítsa. While the site is open to visitors, the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: The lighthouse warns mariners of the sharp Ákra Arkítsa cape, aiding navigation in the Evvoikós Kolpós.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
11.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1908

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
stone with white trim
Material
stone

Structure: square cylindrical stone tower with lantern and gallery, rising from the seaward side of a square 1-story masonry keeper's house

Location

City
Municipal Unit of Dafnousia
Country
🇬🇷Greece
Region
Central Greece
Sea Region
Ákra Arkítsa, a sharp cape projecting into the Evvoikós Kolpós (Gulf of Euboea) at the town of Arkítsa.
Latitude
38.7550°
Longitude
23.0343°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Arkitsa(0.5 km)
ARLHS No.
GRE-042
Wikidata
Q17173360 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Arkítsa Lighthouse at night?+
Arkítsa displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 5s — 2 white 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Arkítsa Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Arkítsa Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Arkítsa at 0.5 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Aidipsou (6.1 NM N), Yaltra (6.2 NM NNW), Atalándi (6.5 NM SSW), Edipsos (6.7 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Arkítsa Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Arkítsa 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 Arkítsa Lighthouse?+
Arkítsa 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 Arkítsa Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Arkítsa 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.