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Balyos Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇹🇷Northwestern Turkey, TROperational

Location & Light Range

About Balyos Lighthouse

Balyos Lighthouse is a hexagonal tower constructed from fiberglass. The structure stands 38 meters tall and features white banding against its white exterior. Its focal plane is also at 38 meters, and it emits a white flashing light. The lighthouse's geographic range is 8 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
38m
Geographic Range
8NM

Location

City
Northwestern Turkey
Country
🇹🇷TR
Latitude
40.4945°
Longitude
27.6820°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
38m
Tower Shape
hexagonal
Tower Color
white
Material
fiberglass

Structure: Orange hexagonal glass reinforced plastic(grp) fiberglass tower, white banded; 39

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
N4884
NGA No.
17164
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Balyos Lighthouse at night?+
Balyos displays the characteristic Fl W 10s — 1 white flash every 10 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 Balyos Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Balyos Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is TURAN at 4.6 NM to the E. Other ports served include Marmara Adasi (8 NM NW), Erdek (8.3 NM SE), Saraylar (9.8 NM N), Edincik (11.6 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Balyos Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Balyos 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 Balyos Lighthouse?+
Balyos 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 Balyos Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Balyos 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.