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Iğneada Burnu Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 15s🇹🇷Demirköy, TROperational

Location & Light Range

About Iğneada Burnu Lighthouse

Also known as: Iğneada Burnu (Limanköy, Cape Kuri)

This white, cylindrical masonry tower stands 8 meters tall and was first lit in 1913. It is situated on the tip of the Iğneada Burnu cape, projecting into the Black Sea near Limanköy. The lighthouse is about 8 kilometers south of the Bulgarian border. Its operational light emits a white flash every 15 seconds. The structure includes a 1-story masonry keeper's house adjoining the tower. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse marks the Iğneada Burnu cape near the Turkish-Bulgarian maritime boundary, a significant point for vessels in the western Black Sea.

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
44m
Geographic Range
17.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1913

Significant events: original lighthouse destroyed in 1903, replaced by temporary light

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
masonry

Structure: round masonry tower, adjoining a 1-story masonry keeper's house

Location

City
Demirköy
Country
🇹🇷Turkey
Region
Kırklareli
Sea Region
tip of the Iğneada Burnu cape, projecting into the Black Sea near Limanköy, about 8 km south of the Bulgarian border
Latitude
41.8846°
Longitude
28.0563°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Igneada(1.7 km)
Admiralty No.
N4966
NGA No.
17528
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Iğneada Burnu Lighthouse at night?+
Iğneada Burnu 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 Iğneada Burnu Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Iğneada Burnu Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Igneada at 1.4 NM to the W. Other ports served include Akhtopol (13.8 NM NNW), Tsarevo (19.2 NM NNW), Sozopol (36.2 NM NNW), Burgas (42.7 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Iğneada Burnu Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Iğneada Burnu 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 Iğneada Burnu Lighthouse?+
Iğneada Burnu 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 Iğneada Burnu Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Iğneada Burnu 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.