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Ágios Nikólaos Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 10s🇬🇷Kea Municipality, GROperational

Location & Light Range

About Ágios Nikólaos Lighthouse

Also known as: Ágios Nikólaos (Kéa)

The Ágios Nikólaos lighthouse is a square stone tower, 8 meters high, constructed in 1831. It is situated on a narrow peninsula that shields the northern side of Vourkarió harbor, Kea's principal port, located on the island's northwest shoreline. The building comprises a lantern and gallery positioned above the tower, which originates from a 1-story stone keeper's dwelling. Its white tower is topped with a green lantern dome. This light produces a white flash at 10-second intervals, discernible up to 15.7 nautical miles. The lighthouse is located next to a chapel honoring Saint Nicholas. Access to the site is permitted, but the tower remains inaccessible.

Why it matters: Erected in 1831, it represented one of the initial lights established by the Greek state following its independence, signifying renewed maritime authority. It functions as a navigation aid for ships approaching Vourkarió, Kea's main harbor.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
32m
Geographic Range
15.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1831

Significant events: one of the first lighthouses built by the Greek government after Greece won its independence, renovated recently

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white with a green lantern dome
Material
stone

Structure: square stone tower with lantern and gallery, rising from a 1-story stone keeper's house

Location

City
Kea Municipality
Country
🇬🇷Greece
Region
South Aegean
Sea Region
end of a narrow peninsula protecting the north side of the harbor of Vourkarió, the principal port of Kéa, on the northwest side of the island
Latitude
37.6673°
Longitude
24.3139°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kea(0.2 km)
Admiralty No.
N4212
NGA No.
15628
ARLHS No.
GRE-050
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ágios Nikólaos Lighthouse at night?+
Ágios Nikólaos displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 10s — 2 white flashes every 10 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Ágios Nikólaos Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ágios Nikólaos Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kéa (Tzia) at 0.4 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Lavrion (Laurium) (12.2 NM WNW), Kythnos (16.9 NM SSE), Palaiá Fókaia (17.5 NM W), PORTO RAFTI (19.3 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ágios Nikólaos Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ágios Nikólaos 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 Nikólaos Lighthouse?+
Ágios Nikólaos 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 Nikólaos Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ágios Nikólaos 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.