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Birkat Misallāt Lighthouse

Fl (3) White 15s🇪🇬Suez, EGOperational

Location & Light Range

About Birkat Misallāt Lighthouse

A white, cylindrical steel tower reaches 39 meters in height, with its light positioned 42 meters above sea level. The structure is a square cylindrical skeletal design, complete with a lantern, gallery, and a rectangular white daymark. It produces a white flash every 15 seconds, offering a geographic range of 17.4 nautical miles. Located 2.4 kilometers from Port Ibrahim, it stands on the east side of the Gulf, near Port Taufiq, identifying the Suez Canal entrance.

Why it matters: This navigation aid marks the approach to the Suez Canal, providing safe passage for ships using this important global shipping route.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) White 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl W 15s
Focal Height
42m
Geographic Range
17.4NM

Location

City
Suez
Country
🇪🇬Egypt
Region
Suez
Sea Region
east side of the Gulf at Port Taufiq, marking the approach to the Canal entrance.
Latitude
29.9073°
Longitude
32.5926°

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Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
39m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
steel

Structure: square cylindrical skeletal tower with lantern, gallery, and a rectangular white daymark

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Port Ibrahim(2.4 km)
Admiralty No.
D7297.28
NGA No.
30230
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Birkat Misallāt Lighthouse at night?+
Birkat Misallāt displays the characteristic Fl (3) White 15s — 3 white flashes every 15 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 Birkat Misallāt Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Birkat Misallāt Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Port Tewfik at 4.2 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Al Adabiyah (6.5 NM WSW), Marsa Oriental Petrochemicals (18.5 NM SW), Sokhna Port (19.7 NM SW), Ras Sudr (20.7 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Birkat Misallāt Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Birkat Misallāt 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 Birkat Misallāt Lighthouse?+
Birkat Misallāt Lighthouse is located within the Suez Canal approach — the critical route linking the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea and Indian Ocean. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Birkat Misallāt Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Birkat Misallāt 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.