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Ağva North Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Red 3s🇹🇷Şile, TROperational

Location & Light Range

About Ağva North Breakwater Lighthouse

This white cylindrical concrete tower, standing 5 meters tall, marks the north side of the entrance to the Yeşilçay River. It displays a red flash every 3 seconds at a focal height of 7 meters and has a geographic range of 9.3 nautical miles. The structure, built in 2024, features a narrow red horizontal band. A previous light in this position was noted to be leaning and in poor condition by 2023, necessitating its replacement. The site is open to the public, though access to the tower itself is restricted.

Why it matters: The light is essential for mariners navigating the entrance to the Yeşilçay River, aiding local fishing and recreational vessels.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl R 3s
Focal Height
7m
Geographic Range
9.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2024

Significant events: old light leaning and in poor condition by 2023, leading to replacement

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a narrow red horizontal band
Material
concrete

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

Location

City
Şile
Country
🇹🇷Turkey
Region
Istanbul
Sea Region
short breakwater on the north side of the entrance to the Yeşilçay River
Latitude
41.1408°
Longitude
29.8512°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sile(11.6 km)
Admiralty No.
N5831.4
NGA No.
19677
ARLHS No.
TUR-058
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ağva North Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Ağva North Breakwater 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 Ağva North Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ağva North Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sile at 11.4 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Kefken (17.1 NM E), Evyap Port /Kocaeli (23 NM SSW), Izmit (23.2 NM S), Yarimca (23.2 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ağva North Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ağva North 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 Ağva North Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Ağva North 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 Ağva North Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ağva North 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.