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Beirut North Mole Lighthouse

Fl (2) Green 3s🇱🇧New Sector, LBOperational

Location & Light Range

About Beirut North Mole Lighthouse

Also known as: Beyrouth

The Beirut (Beyrouth) North Mole lighthouse is an active aid to navigation on the northern breakwater of Beirut, Lebanon. Its green light emits two flashes every 3 seconds, with a focal height of 6 meters and a geographic range of 7 nautical miles. This structure assists vessels entering one of the Mediterranean's historically significant harbors. Located 0.4 kilometers from the nearest port, it helps mariners navigate busy shipping lanes and avoid hazards along the Lebanese coast. The lighthouse remains an integral part of the port's modern infrastructure, ensuring safe passage for ships.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the northern edge of the port's protective mole, preventing collisions with the breakwater in a busy maritime environment.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) Green 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl(2) G 3s
Focal Height
6m
Geographic Range
7NM

Location

City
New Sector
Country
🇱🇧Lebanon
Region
Beirut Governorate
Sea Region
Beirut, Lebanon
Latitude
33.9159°
Longitude
35.5329°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Color
green

Structure: The Beirut (Beyrouth) North Mole lighthouse is an active aid to navigation in the bustling port city of Beirut, Lebanon. Situated on the northern breakwater, it guides vessels safely into one of the Mediterranean's most historically significant harbors. This light helps mariners navigate the busy shipping lanes and avoid potential hazards as they approach the Lebanese coast. While specific details about its construction or early history are not readily available, its continued operation underscores its importance to maritime traffic in the region. The port of Beirut has long been a vital economic hub, connecting the Middle East with Europe and beyond, and this lighthouse plays a quiet but essential role in maintaining that flow of commerce and travel. It remains an active part of the modern port infrastructure, ensuring safe passage for ships entering and departing the harbor.

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Beirut(0.4 km)
Admiralty No.
N5935.5
NGA No.
21121
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Beirut North Mole Lighthouse at night?+
Beirut North Mole displays the characteristic Fl (2) Green 3s — 2 green flashes every 3 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 Beirut North Mole Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Beirut North Mole Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Beirut at 0.6 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Dora (1.7 NM E), DBAIYEH (2.8 NM ENE), Zouk (5.9 NM ENE), PORT JOUNIEH (6.1 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Beirut North Mole Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Beirut North Mole 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 Beirut North Mole Lighthouse?+
Beirut North Mole 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 North Mole Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Beirut North Mole 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.