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Ağva South Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Green 3s🇹🇷Şile, TROperational

Location & Light Range

About Ağva South Breakwater Lighthouse

Ağva South Breakwater light is a cylindrical metal tower built in 2020, standing 5 meters tall with a focal height of 7 meters. It displays a green light that flashes every 3 seconds. The structure is white with a narrow green horizontal band, and its design is described as round and barbell-shaped. This light guides vessels at the entrance to the Yeşilçay River in Ağva, a resort town located 38 kilometers east of Şile. An earlier light was present in 2013, with the current light established in 2020. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This light is important for local fishing and recreational boats navigating the entrance to the Yeşilçay River.

Light & Optic

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

Construction & History

Year Built
2020

Significant events: Current light established 2020; earlier light existed in 2013

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 green horizontal band
Material
metal

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

Location

City
Şile
Country
🇹🇷Turkey
Region
Istanbul
Sea Region
Located on a short breakwater at the entrance to the Yeşilçay River at Ağva, a resort town 38 km east of Şile.
Latitude
41.1408°
Longitude
29.8512°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sile(11.6 km)
Admiralty No.
N5831.42
NGA No.
19678
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ağva South Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Ağva South Breakwater 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 Ağva South Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ağva South 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 South Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ağva South 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 South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Ağva South 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 South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ağva South 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.