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Avlída Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 12s🇬🇷Municipal Unit of Avlis, GROperational

Location & Light Range

About Avlída Lighthouse

Also known as: Avlída (Stenó Avlídhas, Ákra Avlís)

A cylindrical masonry lighthouse built in 1880, the Avlída structure stands 9 meters tall with a focal height of 9 meters. Its design features a square cylindrical masonry tower topped with a lantern and gallery, rising from a single-story keeper's house. The lighthouse emits a white flash every 12 seconds, visible for 10 nautical miles. It is situated on the mainland waterfront within the Chalcis municipality, marking the southern entrance to the narrow strait separating Euboea from the Greek mainland. The lighthouse was reactivated in modern times, with its light initially moved to a skeletal mast before being returned to the restored original tower.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for vessels navigating the narrow strait between Euboea and the mainland, marking the southern approach to this shipping lane.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 12s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Fl W 12s
Focal Height
9m
Geographic Range
10NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1880

Significant events: Reactivated, light moved to skeletal mast, light returned to restored lighthouse

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
masonry

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

Location

City
Municipal Unit of Avlis
Country
🇬🇷Greece
Region
Central Greece
Sea Region
Marks the southern entrance to the narrow strait separating Euboea from the mainland. Located on the waterfront in Avlída, part of the Chalcis municipality in the Euboea District.
Latitude
38.4095°
Longitude
23.6327°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Chalkis(3.4 km)
ARLHS No.
GRE-046
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Avlída Lighthouse at night?+
Avlída displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 12s — 2 white flashes every 12 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 Avlída Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Avlída Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Avlida at 1.6 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Lefkandi (2.4 NM E), Chalkida (3.5 NM NW), Néa Artáki (6.1 NM N), Erétria (7.8 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Avlída Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Avlída 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 Avlída Lighthouse?+
Avlída 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 Avlída Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Avlída 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.