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Fasa Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇬🇷Municipality of Andros, GROperational

Location & Light Range

About Fasa Lighthouse

Also known as: Fasa (Ákra Fássa)

Established in 1856, Fasa Lighthouse is a round, cylindrical stone tower standing 20 meters tall. It is painted white and topped with a green lantern dome. The lighthouse is situated near the western tip of Ándros, guiding vessels through a strait approximately 10 kilometers wide that separates Ándros from Évvoia. This structure, which includes an attached one-story stone keeper's house, emits a white flash every 10 seconds. Its focal height reaches 201 meters, providing a geographic range of 33.7 nautical miles. Despite its operational status, the lighthouse is currently in poor condition and has been designated as endangered.

Why it matters: The lighthouse aids navigation through the strait separating Ándros and Évvoia, a passage of about 10 kilometers. Its endangered status highlights the need for preservation of this part of Greek maritime history.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
201m
Geographic Range
33.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1856

Significant events: Increasingly poor condition, Endangered status

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Gavrion(5.0 km)
Admiralty No.
N4330
NGA No.
15672
ARLHS No.
GRE-064

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
20m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a green lantern dome
Material
stone

Structure: round cylindrical stone tower with lantern and gallery, attached to a 1-story stone keeper's house

Location

City
Municipality of Andros
Country
🇬🇷Greece
Region
South Aegean
Sea Region
Guides vessels through the strait, about 10 km (6 mi) wide, that separates Ándros from Évvoia (Euboea). Located near the western tip of Ándros, about 15 km (9 mi) north northwest of Gávrio.
Latitude
37.9632°
Longitude
24.7027°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Fasa Lighthouse at night?+
Fasa displays the characteristic Fl White 10s. 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 Fasa Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Fasa Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Gávrion at 5.1 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Andros (13.3 NM ESE), Karystos (13.8 NM WNW), Marmari (18.9 NM WNW), Órmos Panórmou (25 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Fasa Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Fasa 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 Fasa Lighthouse?+
Fasa 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 Fasa Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Fasa 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.