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Finike East Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Red 3s🇹🇷Finike, TROperational

Location & Light Range

About Finike East Breakwater Lighthouse

This cylindrical concrete tower stands 9 meters tall, with its light positioned 13 meters above sea level. Painted red and featuring a narrow white horizontal band, the lighthouse is situated on the main breakwater at Finike, marking the harbor entrance. It emits a single red flash every 3 seconds, visible for 11.3 nautical miles. The site is open to visitors, though the tower itself is closed to the public. The lighthouse is located 0.2 kilometers from Finike's port.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for guiding vessels into Finike harbor, helping mariners identify the main breakwater entrance and avoid potential hazards in this active port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl R 3s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Location

City
Finike
Country
🇹🇷Turkey
Region
Antalya
Sea Region
Located on the east (main) breakwater at Finike.
Latitude
36.2944°
Longitude
30.1532°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Finike(0.2 km)
Admiralty No.
N5849.4
NGA No.
20608

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red with a narrow white horizontal band
Material
concrete

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

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Finike East Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Finike East Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Finike East Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Finike East Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Finike at 0.1 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Kas (26 NM WSW), Kastellorizou (ex Megísti) (28.5 NM WSW), Antalya (39.1 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Finike East Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Finike East 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 Finike East Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Finike East 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 Finike East Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Finike East 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.