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Gunes Adası Lighthouse

Fl W 3s🇹🇷Southern Turkey, TROperational

Location & Light Range

About Gunes Adası Lighthouse

This white concrete tower stands 66 meters tall in Southern Turkey. Its focal height is also 66 meters. The lighthouse emits a white light with a characteristic of flashing. It has a geographic range of 8 nautical miles. The structure also broadcasts an AIS signal.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
66m
Geographic Range
8NM

Location

City
Southern Turkey
Country
🇹🇷TR
Latitude
39.3264°
Longitude
26.5397°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
66m
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: White concrete tower; 16. AIS (MMSI No 992711146)

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
N4610
NGA No.
19780
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Gunes Adası Lighthouse at night?+
Gunes Adası displays the characteristic Fl W 3s — 1 white flash every 3 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.
Which ports and harbors does Gunes Adası Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Gunes Adası Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ayvalik at 7.1 NM to the E. Other ports served include Mytilene (13.7 NM S), Petra (16.6 NM W), Perama Geras Mytilinis (17.2 NM S), Molyvos (18.3 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Gunes Adası Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Gunes Adası 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 Gunes Adası Lighthouse?+
Gunes Adası 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 Gunes Adası Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Gunes Adası 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.