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Gerze North Mole Lighthouse

F green🇹🇷Northern Turkey, TROperational

Location & Light Range

About Gerze North Mole Lighthouse

The Gerze North Mole lighthouse is an 11-meter-tall green tower situated in Northern Turkey. It emits a green flashing light to aid navigation. This structure has a geographic range of 3 nautical miles. Its operational status is confirmed, and it is identified by NGA list number 19509 and Admiralty number N5807.1.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F green
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
green
Flash Count
1 flash
Raw Code
F
Geographic Range
3NM

Location

City
Northern Turkey
Country
🇹🇷TR
Latitude
41.7982°
Longitude
35.2038°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Color
green

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
N5807.1
NGA No.
19509
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Gerze North Mole Lighthouse at night?+
Gerze North Mole displays the characteristic F green. 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 Gerze North Mole Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Gerze North Mole Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Gerze at 0.2 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Sinop (13.6 NM NNW), Ayancik (28.7 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Gerze North Mole Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Gerze North Mole 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 Gerze North Mole Lighthouse?+
Gerze North Mole 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 Gerze North Mole Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Gerze North Mole 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.