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Değirmen Burnu Lighthouse

Fl R 3s🇹🇷Northwestern Turkey, TROperational

Location & Light Range

About Değirmen Burnu Lighthouse

Değirmen Burnu emits a red light from Northwestern Turkey. Its focal height reaches 25 meters above sea level. The light flashes a single red signal every 3 seconds. This light has a geographic range of 5 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl R 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl.R. period 3s
Focal Height
25m
Geographic Range
5NM

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
N4899.9
NGA No.
17196

Location

City
Northwestern Turkey
Country
🇹🇷TR
Latitude
40.5650°
Longitude
28.5542°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Değirmen Burnu Lighthouse at night?+
Değirmen Burnu displays the characteristic Fl R 3s — 1 red flash every 3 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 red 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 Mudanya at 19.7 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Ambarli (Kumport) (24 NM NNE), Ambarli (24.9 NM NNE), Marport (25 NM NNE), Kumport (26 NM NNE). 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.