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Boz Burnu Lighthouse

Fl W 5s🇹🇷Northwestern Turkey, TROperational

Location & Light Range

About Boz Burnu Lighthouse

This lighthouse features a white, octagonal concrete tower standing 33 meters tall. The structure is located in Northwestern Turkey. Its white light produces a single flash every 5 seconds. The light has a geographic range of 10 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 5s
Focal Height
77m
Geographic Range
10NM

Location

City
Northwestern Turkey
Country
🇹🇷TR
Latitude
40.5342°
Longitude
28.7818°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
33m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: White octagonal concrete tower; 33

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
N4900
NGA No.
17225
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Boz Burnu Lighthouse at night?+
Boz Burnu displays the characteristic Fl W 5s — 1 white flash every 5 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.
Which ports and harbors does Boz Burnu Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Boz Burnu Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Mudanya at 11.3 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Gemlik (16.5 NM ESE), YALOVA TOWN (23.1 NM ENE), Kumport (25 NM N), YESILKOY (25.4 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Boz Burnu Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Boz Burnu 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 Boz Burnu Lighthouse?+
Boz Burnu 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 Boz Burnu Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Boz Burnu 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.