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Beirut Lighthouse

Fl white 10s🇱🇧Lebanon, LBInactive

Location & Light Range

About Beirut Lighthouse

Also known as: Lighthouse of Beirut

This masonry tower, painted white, stands 52 meters tall and is topped with a metallic dome. The lighthouse emits a white flashing light, visible for a geographic range of 22 nautical miles. Constructed from masonry, its design is functional and built for longevity. The structure is a notable feature along the coast.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl white 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
white
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl
Geographic Range
22NM

Location

City
Lebanon
Country
🇱🇧LB
Latitude
33.9010°
Longitude
35.4742°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
52m
Tower Color
white
Material
masonry

Structure: Masonry tower, metallic dome; 89. BAYRUT (BEIRUT):

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
N5934
NGA No.
21116
Wikidata
Q55399424 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Beirut Lighthouse at night?+
Beirut displays the characteristic Fl white 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Beirut Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Beirut Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Beirut at 2.6 NM to the E. Other ports served include Dora (4.7 NM ENE), DBAIYEH (5.9 NM ENE), Zouk (8.9 NM ENE), PORT JOUNIEH (9 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Beirut Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Beirut Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
What shipping routes pass near Beirut Lighthouse?+
Beirut 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 Beirut Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Beirut 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.