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Kakokefalí Lighthouse

Fl (2) Red 18s🇬🇷Chalkida, GROperational

Location & Light Range

About Kakokefalí Lighthouse

Also known as: Kakokefalí (Halkida, Chalkida, Chalkis)

Established in 1886, the Kakokefalí lighthouse is a 12-meter cylindrical masonry tower painted white and black, topped with a lantern and gallery. Its focal height reaches 21 meters, casting a red light that flashes once every 18 seconds. The lighthouse is situated near Chalkida, marking the northern entrance to the Eúripus Strait. This waterway, separating Euboea from the mainland, is known for its exceptionally strong tidal currents. The original structure, though still standing, now hosts its active light on a skeletal tower placed in front of it.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is important for safe passage through the Eúripus Strait, a narrow waterway known for its strong tidal currents. The original tower remains a historical marker of maritime safety in this challenging Greek passage.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) Red 18s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
18s
Raw Code
Fl R 18s
Focal Height
21m
Geographic Range
13.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1886

Significant events: active light moved to a skeletal tower in front of the building

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Chalkis(1.6 km)
Admiralty No.
N4378
NGA No.
16328
ARLHS No.
GRE-075

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white and black
Material
masonry

Structure: square cylindrical masonry tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Chalkida
Country
🇬🇷Greece
Region
Central Greece
Sea Region
northern entrance to the narrow Eúripus Strait, separating Euboea from the mainland, near Halkida, known for dangerously strong tidal currents
Latitude
38.4767°
Longitude
23.6039°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kakokefalí Lighthouse at night?+
Kakokefalí displays the characteristic Fl (2) Red 18s — 2 red flashes every 18 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Kakokefalí Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kakokefalí Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Chalkida at 1.4 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Néa Artáki (2.5 NM NNE), Avlida (4.6 NM S), Lefkandi (5.2 NM SE), Psachna (5.3 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kakokefalí Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kakokefalí 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 Kakokefalí Lighthouse?+
Kakokefalí 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 Kakokefalí Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kakokefalí 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.