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Hopa Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 15s🇹🇷TROperational

Location & Light Range

About Hopa Lighthouse

Also known as: Hopa (Çamh Burnu)

Constructed in 1980, this concrete lighthouse stands 12 meters tall on a headland about 4 km northeast of Arhavi. The cylindrical tower, featuring a gallery and four ribs, lacks a traditional lantern. Its white exterior is marked by two narrow black horizontal bands. The light emits a single white flash every 15 seconds, visible for 13.8 nautical miles. The lighthouse is situated next to the coastal highway, 12 km southwest of Hopa town and 0.7 km from Hopa's nearest port. While the site is open to visitors, the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This modern lighthouse serves maritime traffic along Turkey's Black Sea coast, especially vessels approaching or leaving the port of Hopa.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl W 15s
Focal Height
23m
Geographic Range
13.8NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1980

Significant events: A popular restaurant has been built next to the lighthouse

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with two narrow black horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with gallery and four ribs; no lantern

Location

Country
🇹🇷Turkey
Region
Artvin
Sea Region
Located beside the coastal highway on a headland about 4 km northeast of Arhavi and 12 km southwest of the town of Hopa
Latitude
41.4153°
Longitude
41.4301°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Hopa(0.7 km)
ARLHS No.
TUR-016
Wikidata
Q133493319 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hopa Lighthouse at night?+
Hopa displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 15s — 2 white 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Hopa Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hopa Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hopa at 0.2 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Batumi (17.4 NM NE), Pazar (27.9 NM WSW), SUPSA (39.2 NM NNE), Sup'sa (40.6 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hopa Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hopa 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 Hopa Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hopa 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.