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Constanţa South Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Red 3s🇷🇴ROOperational

Location & Light Range

About Constanţa South Breakwater Lighthouse

This stone building, constructed in 1972, stands 9 meters tall with its light positioned 14 meters above sea level. The structure, a two-story stone building, is painted red and is located at the east end of a pier. It marks the western side of the entrance to Constanţa's inner harbor. The light emits a single red flash every 3 seconds, visible for 11.6 nautical miles. It has been operational since its first lighting in 1972.

Why it matters: This light frames the entrance to the inner harbor of Constanţa, guiding vessels into one of Romania's significant Black Sea ports.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl R 3s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1972

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Constanta(3.7 km)
Admiralty No.
N5026.4
NGA No.
17708
ARLHS No.
ROM-016

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
building
Tower Color
red
Material
stone

Structure: 2-story stone building with a lantern mounted at the east end

Location

Country
🇷🇴Romania
Sea Region
Frames the entrance to the inner (north) harbor of Constanţa, located at the end of a pier on the west (mainland) side of the harbor.
Latitude
44.1462°
Longitude
28.6688°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Constanţa South Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Constanţa South Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Constanţa South Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Constanţa South Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Constanta at 1.1 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Agigea (3.6 NM SW), Eforie Sud (6 NM SSW), Luminita (6.6 NM NNW), Ovidiu (9 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Constanţa South Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Constanţa South Breakwater 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.
How can I track vessels near Constanţa South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Constanţa South Breakwater 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.