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Bartın Limanı North Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl (2) Red 5s🇹🇷Bartın, TROperational

Location & Light Range

About Bartın Limanı North Breakwater Lighthouse

This lighthouse, established in 1965, marks the end of the north breakwater for Bartın harbor. The structure is a 7-meter tall, cylindrical concrete tower with a gallery, painted white with two narrow red horizontal bands. Its light emits a red flash every 5 seconds, visible for 10.4 nautical miles. Located 0.4 km from the nearest port facilities and 12 km northwest of the city of Bartın, it serves as a navigational aid. The tower stands at a focal height of 10 meters.

Why it matters: This lighthouse warns mariners of the north breakwater, facilitating safe entry and exit from Bartın harbor.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) Red 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl R 5s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1965

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Bartin(0.4 km)
Admiralty No.
N5818.5
NGA No.
19592

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white concrete with two narrow red horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with gallery

Location

City
Bartın
Country
🇹🇷Turkey
Region
Bartın
Sea Region
Located at the end of the north breakwater of Bartın harbor, 12 km (7.5 mi) northwest of the city.
Latitude
41.6874°
Longitude
32.2235°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Bartın Limanı North Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Bartın Limanı North Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl (2) Red 5s — 2 red flashes 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. The red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Bartın Limanı North Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bartın Limanı North Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is BARTIN at 1.1 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Çamalti (7.5 NM ESE), Amasra (8.4 NM ENE), Zonguldak (24.1 NM SW), Cide (36.2 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bartın Limanı North Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bartın Limanı 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 Bartın Limanı North Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Bartın Limanı 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 Bartın Limanı North Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bartın Limanı 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.