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Kéa-Kythnos District Lighthouses Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 14s🇬🇷Kea Municipality, GROperational

Location & Light Range

About Kéa-Kythnos District Lighthouses Lighthouse

A 6-meter round lantern, painted white, sits atop a square stone base at the southern tip of Makronisos island. Constructed from stone, the structure stands 32 meters above sea level, emitting a white flash every 14 seconds. This light has a geographic range of 15.7 nautical miles. The site is accessible to visitors, though the tower itself remains closed. The lighthouse is governed within the municipality of Kea.

Why it matters: This light marks the southern tip of Makronisos, a key navigational point for vessels navigating between the Attic mainland and the Cycladic islands, including those approaching or departing the port of Lavrio.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 14s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
14s
Raw Code
Fl W 14s
Focal Height
32m
Geographic Range
15.7NM

Location

City
Kea Municipality
Country
🇬🇷Greece
Region
South Aegean
Sea Region
Makronisos island, just off Cape Sounion, the southern tip of the Attic mainland, governed within the municipality of Kea, located at the southern tip of the island.
Latitude
37.6458°
Longitude
24.1063°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Lavrion (Laurium)(4.0 km)
Admiralty No.
N4204
NGA No.
15608

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
lantern
Tower Color
white and mounted on a square stone base
Material
stone

Structure: A 6m round lantern, painted white, mounted on a square stone base.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kéa-Kythnos District Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Kéa-Kythnos District Lighthouses displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 14s — 2 white flashes every 14 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 Kéa-Kythnos District Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kéa-Kythnos District Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Lavrion (Laurium) at 4.4 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Palaiá Fókaia (8.6 NM WNW), Kéa (Tzia) (10.2 NM E), PORTO RAFTI (15.2 NM NNW), Ayia Trias (15.2 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kéa-Kythnos District Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kéa-Kythnos District Lighthouses 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 Kéa-Kythnos District Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
Kéa-Kythnos District Lighthouses 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 Kéa-Kythnos District Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kéa-Kythnos District Lighthouses 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.