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Green Point Lighthouse

Fl (2) WR 15s🇿🇦Eastern South Africa, ZAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Green Point Lighthouse

Green Point Lighthouse is a round metal tower, standing 69 meters high. Its exterior is painted white with red banding and a red dome. The light produces two white flashes every 15 seconds. This structure provides a geographic range of 30 nautical miles. It is located in Eastern South Africa.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) WR 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
WR
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)W. period 15s
Focal Height
85m
Geographic Range
30NM

Location

City
Eastern South Africa
Country
🇿🇦ZA
Latitude
-30.2492°
Longitude
30.7769°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
69m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white and red
Material
metal

Structure: White round metal tower, red dome, red banded; 69

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
D6454
NGA No.
32032
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Green Point Lighthouse at night?+
Green Point displays the characteristic Fl (2) WR 15s — 2 wr flashes every 15 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 wr color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Green Point Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Green Point Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Pennington at 9 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Sezela (11.2 NM SSW), Durban (25.6 NM NNE), Island View (25.7 NM NNE), New Germany (27.5 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Green Point Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Green Point 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 Green Point Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Green Point 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.