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Bartın Limanı South Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl (3) Green 10s🇹🇷Bartın, TROperational

Location & Light Range

About Bartın Limanı South Breakwater Lighthouse

This cylindrical concrete tower, standing 8 meters tall, was built in 1965 and first lit the same year. It is painted white and features three narrow green horizontal bands. The lighthouse is situated at the end of Bartın's south breakwater, with its light positioned 10 meters above sea level. Its geographic range extends to 10.4 nautical miles. The light emits a single green flash every 10 seconds, marking the harbor entrance.

Why it matters: This light is essential for guiding vessels into Bartın harbor, delineating the south side of the entrance. It serves as a critical visual cue for commercial and fishing vessels using this important port on Turkey's Black Sea coast.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) Green 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl G 10s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1965

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Bartin(0.5 km)
Admiralty No.
N5818.6
NGA No.
19596

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with three narrow green horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with gallery, painted white with three narrow green horizontal bands

Location

City
Bartın
Country
🇹🇷Turkey
Region
Bartın
Sea Region
Located at the end of the south breakwater of Bartın harbor.
Latitude
41.6860°
Longitude
32.2261°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Bartın Limanı South Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Bartın Limanı South Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl (3) Green 10s — 3 green flashes 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. The green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Bartın Limanı South Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bartın Limanı South Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is BARTIN at 0.9 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Çamalti (7.4 NM ESE), Amasra (8.3 NM ENE), Zonguldak (24.2 NM SW), Cide (36.1 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bartın Limanı South Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bartın Limanı 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 Bartın Limanı South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Bartın Limanı 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 Bartın Limanı South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bartın Limanı 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.