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Ágios Georgíos Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇬🇷Psara Municipality, GROperational

Location & Light Range

About Ágios Georgíos Lighthouse

Also known as: Ágios Georgíos (Kokinopulo, Psará)

Built in 1909, this cylindrical masonry tower stands 9 meters tall at Ákra Ágios Georgíos, the southeastern point of Psará island. A single-story masonry keeper's dwelling connects to the structure. From a focal height of 78 meters, the lighthouse displays a white flash every 10 seconds (Fl W 10s). Its light reaches 22.4 nautical miles, providing navigation aid in the Northern Aegean Sea since 1909. Palaia Psara port lies 1.9 kilometers distant.

Why it matters: This lighthouse identifies Ákra Ágios Georgíos, a main point for ships navigating towards Psará from the southeast.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
78m
Geographic Range
22.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1909

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Palaia Psara(1.9 km)
Admiralty No.
N4632
NGA No.
19900
ARLHS No.
GRE-054

Tower & Structure

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

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

Location

City
Psara Municipality
Country
🇬🇷Greece
Region
Northern Aegean
Sea Region
Ákra Ágios Georgíos (Cape St. George), the cape at the southeastern corner of Psará.
Latitude
38.5366°
Longitude
25.6093°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ágios Georgíos Lighthouse at night?+
Ágios Georgíos displays the characteristic Fl White 10s. 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 Ágios Georgíos Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ágios Georgíos Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Psará at 2 NM to the W. Other ports served include Volissos (Limnia) Chios (15.1 NM ESE), Mesta Hiou (20.9 NM SE), Kardámyla (23.6 NM E), Chíos (26.9 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ágios Georgíos Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ágios Georgíos 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 Ágios Georgíos Lighthouse?+
Ágios Georgíos 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 Ágios Georgíos Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ágios Georgíos 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.