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Fiskárdo Lighthouse

F Red🇬🇷Erisos Municipal Unit, GROperational

Location & Light Range

About Fiskárdo Lighthouse

This cylindrical stone tower stands 6 meters tall at the entrance to Fiskardo harbor on Kefalonia, Greece. The structure is made of round masonry. It emits a fixed red light. The lighthouse is located 0.1 kilometers from the nearest port of Fiskardo and is accessible to the public. Its construction reflects the local architectural style of the region.

Why it matters: This lighthouse provides guidance for ships entering Fiskardo's natural harbor, a significant anchorage in the Ionian Sea.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Red
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Red
Raw Code
F R
Light Range
2NM (3.7 km)

Location

City
Erisos Municipal Unit
Country
🇬🇷Greece
Region
Ioanian Islands
Sea Region
Fiskardo harbor, Kefalonia, Greece
Latitude
38.4604°
Longitude
20.5821°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Fiskardo(0.1 km)

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Material
stone

Structure: round masonry tower

Visiting

Open to public
Yes

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Fiskárdo Lighthouse at night?+
Fiskárdo displays the characteristic F Red. 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 Fiskárdo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Fiskárdo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Fiskárdo at 0.2 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Frikes Ithakis (3.9 NM E), Assos (5.3 NM SSW), Myrtos Beach (7 NM SSW), Ithaki (Ithaca) (8.2 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Fiskárdo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Fiskárdo 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 Fiskárdo Lighthouse?+
Fiskárdo 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 Fiskárdo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Fiskárdo 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.