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Arnavutköy Lighthouse

Fl G 3s🇹🇷Northwestern Turkey, TROperational

Location & Light Range

About Arnavutköy Lighthouse

This lighthouse stands 11 meters tall with a focal height of 11 meters. Its tower is painted green, and it emits a green light. The light has a flashing characteristic. This aid to navigation has a geographic range of 10 nautical miles. It is located in Northwestern Turkey.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl G 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
10NM

Location

City
Northwestern Turkey
Country
🇹🇷TR
Latitude
41.0678°
Longitude
29.0461°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Color
green

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
N4940
NGA No.
17408
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Arnavutköy Lighthouse at night?+
Arnavutköy displays the characteristic Fl G 3s — 1 green flash every 3 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Arnavutköy Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Arnavutköy Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Beylerbeyi at 1.1 NM to the S. Other ports served include Istanbul (1.6 NM NNW), Besiktas (1.7 NM SW), Cubuklu (2.9 NM N), Kabatas (2.9 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Arnavutköy Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Arnavutköy 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 Arnavutköy Lighthouse?+
Arnavutköy 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 Arnavutköy Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Arnavutköy 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.