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Gališnik Lighthouse

Fl Green 6s🇭🇷HROperational

Location & Light Range

About Gališnik Lighthouse

Also known as: Gališnik (Galešnik)

The Gališnik lighthouse stands on a small island south of Hvar's harbor. Established in 1913, this square, stone tower is painted white and measures 9 meters in height. Its light, positioned at 11 meters above sea level, emits a green flash every 6 seconds. This light has a geographic range of 10.7 nautical miles. The structure guides vessels approaching the port of Hvar, located just 0.3 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for vessels navigating the southern approach to Hvar's harbor, helping them avoid the island and enter the protected waters safely.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl G 6s
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1913

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Hvar(0.3 km)
Admiralty No.
E3406
NGA No.
13600
ARLHS No.
CRO-048

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
stone

Structure: square masonry tower, painted white

Location

Country
🇭🇷Croatia
Region
Split-Dalmatia County
Sea Region
Otočić Gališnik, a small island lying to the south of the harbor of the town of Hvar, on the southwest coast of the island.
Latitude
43.1649°
Longitude
16.4368°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Gališnik Lighthouse at night?+
Gališnik displays the characteristic Fl Green 6s. 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 Gališnik Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Gališnik Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hvar at 0.3 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Stari Grad (6.6 NM E), Milna (9.7 NM N), Vrboska (10.4 NM E), Bol (11.2 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Gališnik Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Gališnik 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 Gališnik Lighthouse?+
Gališnik 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 Gališnik Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Gališnik 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.