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Bafra Burnu Lighthouse

Fl W 5s🇹🇷Northern Turkey, TROperational

Location & Light Range

About Bafra Burnu Lighthouse

This lighthouse features a square masonry tower reaching 7 meters in height and painted white. Its light originates from a focal height of 25 meters, casting a white light with a simple flash characteristic. The structure is situated in Northern Turkey, with a geographic range of 20 nautical miles. It is operational and identified by NGA list number 19496 and Admiralty number N5806.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
25m
Geographic Range
20NM

Location

City
Northern Turkey
Country
🇹🇷TR
Latitude
41.7302°
Longitude
35.9463°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
masonry

Structure: Orange square masonry tower; 7

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
N5806
NGA No.
19496
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Bafra Burnu Lighthouse at night?+
Bafra Burnu displays the characteristic Fl W 5s — 1 white flash 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.
Which ports and harbors does Bafra Burnu Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bafra Burnu Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Gerze at 33.7 NM to the W. Other ports served include Samsun (34 NM SE), Büyükçukur (39.8 NM S), Sinop (39.9 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bafra Burnu Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bafra Burnu 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 Bafra Burnu Lighthouse?+
Bafra Burnu 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 Bafra Burnu Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bafra Burnu 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.