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Finike Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 7s🇹🇷Finike, TROperational

Location & Light Range

About Finike Lighthouse

This cylindrical stone lighthouse, 6 meters tall, stands on a promontory 2 kilometers south of Finike harbor in Turkey's Antalya region. It features a white tower with two black horizontal bands, a structure built on a round stone base with a flared metal top. The light emits a white flash every 7 seconds, visible for 15.3 nautical miles. While the site is open to visitors, the tower itself is closed to the public. It is located 1.3 kilometers from the nearest port, Finike.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for guiding vessels approaching Finike harbor, serving as a critical navigational aid on the eastern Mediterranean coast.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 7s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
7s
Raw Code
Fl W 7s
Focal Height
30m
Geographic Range
15.3NM

Location

City
Finike
Country
🇹🇷Turkey
Region
Antalya
Sea Region
Located on a promontory about 2 km south of Finike harbor, guiding vessels approaching the harbor.
Latitude
36.2754°
Longitude
30.1520°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Finike(1.3 km)
Admiralty No.
N5849
NGA No.
20604

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with two black horizontal bands
Material
stone

Structure: round metal tower with a flared top, mounted on a round stone base

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Finike Lighthouse at night?+
Finike displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 7s — 2 white flashes every 7 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Finike Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Finike Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Finike at 1.2 NM to the N. Other ports served include Kas (25.7 NM W), Kastellorizou (ex Megísti) (28.1 NM WSW), Antalya (40.1 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Finike Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Finike 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 Finike Lighthouse?+
Finike 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 Finike Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Finike 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.