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Çeşme Körfezi Lighthouse

Fl White 3s🇹🇷Çeşme, TROperational

Location & Light Range

About Çeşme Körfezi Lighthouse

Also known as: Çeşme Körfezi (Fener Burnu)

This white, cylindrical concrete tower stands 4 meters tall on a promontory west of Çeşme harbor. A narrow black horizontal band encircles the structure. Its light displays a single white flash every 3 seconds, visible for 10.4 nautical miles. The tower's focal height reaches 10 meters above sea level. The lighthouse structure itself is closed to the public, though the site is open. It is situated 0.7 kilometers from the nearest port, Cesme.

Why it matters: This lighthouse clearly marks the promontory defining the western flank of Çeşme harbor, aiding maritime traffic entering one of Turkey's significant Aegean ports.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl W 3s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Location

City
Çeşme
Country
🇹🇷Turkey
Sea Region
Located on a promontory sheltering the west side of Çeşme harbor.
Latitude
38.3242°
Longitude
26.2834°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Cesme(0.7 km)
Admiralty No.
N4657
NGA No.
19976

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
4m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a narrow black horizontal band
Material
concrete

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

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Çeşme Körfezi Lighthouse at night?+
Çeşme Körfezi 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 Çeşme Körfezi Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Çeşme Körfezi Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Çesme at 1.9 NM to the E. Other ports served include Chíos (7.3 NM WNW), Inousses (11.6 NM NNW), Kardámyla (15.6 NM NNW), Mesta Hiou (16.9 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Çeşme Körfezi Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Çeşme Körfezi 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 Çeşme Körfezi Lighthouse?+
Çeşme Körfezi 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 Çeşme Körfezi Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Çeşme Körfezi 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.