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Gen. Petra Drapsina Breakwater {Maria Theresa Breakwater} Lighthouse

Fl (3) Green 5s🇭🇷Grad Rijeka, HROperational

Location & Light Range

About Gen. Petra Drapsina Breakwater {Maria Theresa Breakwater} Lighthouse

This cylindrical steel skeletal tower, standing 14 meters tall, was first lit in 1884. It is painted white and features a gallery. The lighthouse is mounted on a square, one-story masonry equipment shelter. Its green light emits two flashes every 5 seconds, visible for approximately 11.9 nautical miles. The structure replaced an original iron column light established in the same year. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the end of the main breakwater in Rijeka, guiding vessels into one of Croatia's busiest ports.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl G 5s
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
11.9NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1884

Significant events: Station established 1884, original light an iron column

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
steel

Structure: square cylindrical steel skeletal tower with gallery, painted green, mounted on a square 1-story masonry equipment shelter

Location

City
Grad Rijeka
Country
🇭🇷Croatia
Region
Primorje-Gorski Kotar County
Sea Region
end of the main breakwater of Rijeka
Latitude
45.3271°
Longitude
14.4190°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Rijeka(0.2 km)
Admiralty No.
E2824
NGA No.
12240
ARLHS No.
CRO-206
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Gen. Petra Drapsina Breakwater {Maria Theresa Breakwater} Lighthouse at night?+
Gen. Petra Drapsina Breakwater {Maria Theresa Breakwater} displays the characteristic Fl (3) Green 5s — 3 green flashes every 5 seconds. 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 Gen. Petra Drapsina Breakwater {Maria Theresa Breakwater} Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Gen. Petra Drapsina Breakwater {Maria Theresa Breakwater} Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Rijeka at 1.3 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Kostrena (4.1 NM ESE), Opatija (4.6 NM W), Bakar (5.5 NM ESE), Kraljevica (7 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Gen. Petra Drapsina Breakwater {Maria Theresa Breakwater} Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Gen. Petra Drapsina Breakwater {Maria Theresa 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.
How can I track vessels near Gen. Petra Drapsina Breakwater {Maria Theresa Breakwater} Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Gen. Petra Drapsina Breakwater {Maria Theresa 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.