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Bergaz Lighthouse

Fl White 3s🇹🇷Lapseki, TROperational

Location & Light Range

About Bergaz Lighthouse

Also known as: Bergaz (Gocuk Burnu, Umurbey)

The Bergaz lighthouse is a round cylindrical concrete tower, 10 meters high, painted white with a single black horizontal band. It displays a white flash every three seconds, with a geographic range of 11 nautical miles. The structure is situated on land near Kemiklialan, close to Lapseki within the Canakkale region. While the site is accessible, the tower is not open for public entry. A nearby radar tower measures approximately 21 meters in height.

Why it matters: This structure marks a notable headland, providing mariners with a clear navigation aid and directing ships around this location.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl W 3s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Location

City
Lapseki
Country
🇹🇷Turkey
Region
Canakkale
Sea Region
a prominent headland near Kemiklialan
Latitude
40.2785°
Longitude
26.5716°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Gelibolu(8.7 km)
Admiralty No.
N4870
NGA No.
17032

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with one black horizontal band
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical white concrete tower with one black horizontal band

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Bergaz Lighthouse at night?+
Bergaz displays the characteristic Fl White 3s. 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 Bergaz Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bergaz Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is LAPSEKI at 6.9 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Çanakkale (7.9 NM SW), Bolu (8.5 NM NNE), Gelibolu (8.7 NM NNE), CARDAK (8.9 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bergaz Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bergaz 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 Bergaz Lighthouse?+
Bergaz 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 Bergaz Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bergaz 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.