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Jeddah Lighthouse

Fl (3) W 20s🇸🇦Saudi Arabia, SAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Jeddah Lighthouse

This concrete tower, built in 1990, stands 131 meters tall with its light positioned at 137 meters. It emits three white flashes every 20 seconds, visible for 25 nautical miles. The structure also serves as an observation and port control tower. It is situated at the end of the outer pier on the north side of the Jeddah Seaport entrance.

Why it matters: With a tower height of 131.4 meters, Jeddah Light has a credible claim to be the world's tallest light tower.

Background
Jeddah Light is an observation tower, port control tower and active lighthouse in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. With a height of 431 ft (131.4 m), it "has a credible claim to be the world's tallest light tower". It is located at the end of the outer pier on the north side of the entrance to Jeddah Seaport.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) W 20s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
20s
Raw Code
Fl.(3)W. period 20s
Focal Height
137m
Geographic Range
25NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1990

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
D7299.509
NGA No.
30554
ARLHS No.
SAU-003
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
131.4m
Material
concrete

Location

City
Saudi Arabia
Country
🇸🇦SA
Latitude
21.4687°
Longitude
39.1495°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Jeddah Lighthouse at night?+
Jeddah displays the characteristic Fl (3) W 20s — 3 white flashes every 20 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 Jeddah Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Jeddah Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Jeddah at 0.8 NM to the N. Other ports served include Jeddah Yachts Club Port (11.3 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Jeddah Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Jeddah 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 Jeddah Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Jeddah 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.