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Finike West Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Green 3s🇹🇷Finike, TROperational

Location & Light Range

About Finike West Breakwater Lighthouse

A round, cylindrical concrete tower standing 9 meters tall marks the west breakwater at Finike. It is painted green and features a narrow white horizontal band. The light emits a single green flash every 3 seconds, visible for 11.3 nautical miles. This active lighthouse is situated 0.2 kilometers from the Finike port. The lighthouse site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This light is essential for guiding vessels around the western breakwater and into the harbor of Finike.

Light & Optic

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

Location

City
Finike
Country
🇹🇷Turkey
Region
Antalya
Sea Region
Located on the west breakwater at Finike, a resort town northwest of Cape Gelidonya.
Latitude
36.2948°
Longitude
30.1519°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Finike(0.2 km)
Admiralty No.
N5849.6
NGA No.
20612

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower painted green 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 West Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Finike West Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl Green 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Finike West Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Finike West Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Finike at 0.1 NM to the W. Other ports served include Kas (25.9 NM WSW), Kastellorizou (ex Megísti) (28.4 NM WSW), Antalya (39.1 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Finike West Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Finike West 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 West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Finike West 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 West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Finike West 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.