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El Dikheila (El Dikhelia) Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Green 4s🇪🇬Alexandria, EGOperational

Location & Light Range

About El Dikheila (El Dikhelia) Breakwater Lighthouse

This cylindrical lighthouse stands 6 meters tall on the El Dikheila Breakwater, with its light positioned 9 meters above sea level. Painted red, the structure emits a single green flash every 4 seconds. Its geographic range is 10 nautical miles. The lighthouse is situated on the breakwater itself, 0.3 kilometers from the nearest port facilities at El Dekheila. It is an operational aid to navigation, serving vessels entering the harbor.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for guiding ships safely into El Dikheila Port, a major industrial and commercial harbor in Egypt, by marking the breakwater and ensuring clear passage for maritime trade.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl G 4s
Focal Height
9m
Light Range
5NM (9.3 km)
Geographic Range
10NM

Location

City
Alexandria
Country
🇪🇬Egypt
Region
Alexandria
Sea Region
Located on the El Dikheila Breakwater in Egypt.
Latitude
31.1553°
Longitude
29.8051°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red

Structure: round tower painted red

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
El Dekheila(0.3 km)
Admiralty No.
N6191.2
NGA No.
21413.7
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can El Dikheila (El Dikhelia) Breakwater Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 9 meters and a nominal range of 5 nautical miles (approximately 9.3 km), El Dikheila (El Dikhelia) Breakwater is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. As a shorter-range light, it primarily serves nearshore and coastal traffic.
How do mariners identify El Dikheila (El Dikhelia) Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
El Dikheila (El Dikhelia) Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl Green 4s. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does El Dikheila (El Dikhelia) Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
El Dikheila (El Dikhelia) Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is El Dekheila at 0.7 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include El Iskandariya (Alexandria) (4 NM ENE), SIDI KERIR (10 NM WSW), Abu Kir (17.1 NM NE), Idku (28.1 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is El Dikheila (El Dikhelia) Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, El Dikheila (El Dikhelia) 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.
What shipping routes pass near El Dikheila (El Dikhelia) Breakwater Lighthouse?+
El Dikheila (El Dikhelia) Breakwater 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 El Dikheila (El Dikhelia) Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near El Dikheila (El Dikhelia) 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.