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Değirmen Burnu Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇹🇷Beylikdüzü, TROperational

Location & Light Range

About Değirmen Burnu Lighthouse

Değirmen Burnu is an active cylindrical lighthouse constructed of concrete, standing 8 meters tall. It is painted white and features a narrow black horizontal band added after 2013. Situated on a bluff in the Avcılar district of southwestern İstanbul, its light is visible for 13.2 nautical miles. The lighthouse emits a single white flash every 5 seconds from a focal height of 20 meters. Its nearest port is Ambarli (Kumport), located 2.7 kilometers away.

Why it matters: Değirmen Burnu offers coastal guidance for vessels navigating the Sea of Marmara in southwestern İstanbul, aiding passage near the Bosphorus.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
20m
Geographic Range
13.2NM

Construction & History

Significant events: black band added after 2013

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Ambarli (Kumport)(2.7 km)
Admiralty No.
N4899.6
NGA No.
17092
ARLHS No.
TUR-059

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round white concrete tower with a narrow black horizontal band

Location

City
Beylikdüzü
Country
🇹🇷Turkey
Region
Istanbul
Sea Region
a bluff in the Avcılar district in southwestern İstanbul
Latitude
40.9611°
Longitude
28.6219°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Değirmen Burnu Lighthouse at night?+
Değirmen Burnu displays the characteristic Fl White 5s. 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 Değirmen Burnu Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Değirmen Burnu Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ambarli (Kumport) at 2.7 NM to the E. Other ports served include Ambarli (3.1 NM E), Marport (3.6 NM E), BUYUKCEKMECE (3.9 NM NW), Firuzköy (4.2 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Değirmen Burnu Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Değirmen 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 Değirmen Burnu Lighthouse?+
Değirmen 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 Değirmen Burnu Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Değirmen 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.