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Gelibolu Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇹🇷Gelibolu, TROperational

Location & Light Range

About Gelibolu Lighthouse

Also known as: Gelibolu (Gallipoli)

This white, cylindrical masonry tower stands 9 meters tall and was built in 1856. Its lantern room and gallery are attached to a single-story keeper's house. The lighthouse emits a white flash every 5 seconds, visible for 16 nautical miles. Situated in a municipal park on a bluff in Gelibolu, it marks the northwest side of the Dardanelles strait. The site is open to visitors, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse guides vessels entering the northern part of the Dardanelles strait, a significant international shipping route.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
34m
Geographic Range
16NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1856

Significant events: unsuccessful siege by Allied troops in 1915, during World War I

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
masonry

Structure: round cylindrical masonry tower with lantern and gallery, attached to a 1-story masonry keeper's house

Location

City
Gelibolu
Country
🇹🇷Turkey
Region
Canakkale
Sea Region
marks the northern entrance to the narrow portion of the Dardanelles. Located in a municipal park on a bluff in Gelibolu, on the northwest side of the strait.
Latitude
40.4097°
Longitude
26.6816°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Gelibolu(0.7 km)
Admiralty No.
N4878
ARLHS No.
TUR-023
Wikidata
Q109041333 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Gelibolu Lighthouse at night?+
Gelibolu displays the characteristic Fl White 5s. 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 Gelibolu Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Gelibolu Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Bolu at 0.9 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Gelibolu (0.9 NM WSW), CARDAK (2.4 NM SE), LAPSEKI (3.5 NM S), Kemer (17 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Gelibolu Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Gelibolu 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 Gelibolu Lighthouse?+
Gelibolu 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 Gelibolu Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Gelibolu 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.