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El Dikheila (El Dikhelia) Range Front Lighthouse

Fl White 3s🇪🇬Alexandria, EGOperational

Location & Light Range

About El Dikheila (El Dikhelia) Range Front Lighthouse

The El Dikheila Range Front light is a skeletal steel mast painted white and black, standing 13 meters tall. It emits a single white flash every three seconds, visible for 11.6 nautical miles. Located 0.7 kilometers from the El Dekheila port, this 14-meter focal height structure serves as the front marker for a critical range system. It works in tandem with a rear light to guide vessels safely into the El Dikheila harbor.

Why it matters: This range light is essential for commercial vessels entering the port of El Dikheila, aligning them correctly for safe passage through the approach channel.

Light & Optic

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

Location

City
Alexandria
Country
🇪🇬Egypt
Region
Alexandria
Sea Region
El Dikheila Range Front light, guiding vessels into the harbor of El Dikheila, Egypt.
Latitude
31.1395°
Longitude
29.8097°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
white and black
Material
steel

Structure: skeletal mast

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
El Dekheila(0.7 km)
Admiralty No.
N6191
NGA No.
21413
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify El Dikheila (El Dikhelia) Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
El Dikheila (El Dikhelia) Range Front displays the characteristic Fl White 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does El Dikheila (El Dikhelia) Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
El Dikheila (El Dikhelia) Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is El Dekheila at 0.6 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include El Iskandariya (Alexandria) (4.3 NM NE), SIDI KERIR (10 NM WSW), Abu Kir (17.5 NM NE), Idku (28.3 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is El Dikheila (El Dikhelia) Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, El Dikheila (El Dikhelia) Range Front 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) Range Front Lighthouse?+
El Dikheila (El Dikhelia) Range Front 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) Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near El Dikheila (El Dikhelia) Range Front 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.