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Eceabat Range Rear Lighthouse

Q W 5s🇹🇷Northwestern Turkey, TROperational

Location & Light Range

About Eceabat Range Rear Lighthouse

This navigational light operates in Northwestern Turkey. Its focal height reaches 43 meters above sea level. The light displays a single red flash, repeating every 5 seconds. The light covers a geographic range of 5 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Q W 5s
Flash Type
Quick
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl.R. period 5s
Focal Height
43m
Geographic Range
5NM

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
N4859
NGA No.
17012

Location

City
Northwestern Turkey
Country
🇹🇷TR
Latitude
40.1848°
Longitude
26.3525°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Eceabat Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Eceabat Range Rear displays the characteristic Q 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 Eceabat Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Eceabat Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Eceabat at 0.5 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Çanakkale (4.9 NM E), YENIKOY (16.9 NM SSW), LAPSEKI (18.3 NM ENE), Gokceada (18.5 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Eceabat Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Eceabat Range Rear 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 Eceabat Range Rear Lighthouse?+
Eceabat Range Rear 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 Eceabat Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Eceabat Range Rear 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.