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Kalólimnos Lighthouse

Fl White 3s🇬🇷Municipality of Kalymnos, GROperational

Location & Light Range

About Kalólimnos Lighthouse

Also known as: Kalólimnos (Imia)

Established in 1864, the Kalólimnos Lighthouse is located on the island's highest point, within the strait between Kalymnos and Turkey's Bodrum peninsula. The original structure features a 6-meter cylindrical stone tower with a lantern, attached to a single-story stone keeper's house. This historic light, built during Ottoman rule, is no longer active. A new operational light has been installed on a skeletal tower situated in front of the original stone building. The focal height of the original structure is 29 meters, with a geographic range of 15.1 nautical miles. The light characteristic for the current active aid is one white flash every 3 seconds.

Why it matters: This location is essential for guiding vessels through the strait between the Greek island of Kalymnos and Turkey's Bodrum peninsula, a significant maritime passage. The site's unique combination of an inactive 19th-century Ottoman tower and a modern active light illustrates the progression of navigational aids.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl W 3s
Focal Height
29m
Geographic Range
15.1NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1864

Significant events: Built under Ottoman rule, historic light became inactive, new active light installed on skeletal tower.

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kalymnos(8.5 km)
Admiralty No.
N4708
ARLHS No.
GRE-076

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
on the slope below the lighthouse
Material
stone

Structure: round cylindrical stone tower with lantern, attached to a 1-story stone keeper's house

Location

City
Municipality of Kalymnos
Country
🇬🇷Greece
Region
South Aegean
Sea Region
Kalólimnos, a small island in the center of the strait between the Greek island of Kálimnos and Turkey's Bodrum peninsula, located on the highest point of the island.
Latitude
37.0585°
Longitude
27.1064°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kalólimnos Lighthouse at night?+
Kalólimnos displays the characteristic Fl White 3s. 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 Kalólimnos Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kalólimnos Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Phserimos Dodekanisou at 7.6 NM to the S. Other ports served include Kálymnos (8.4 NM SW), Myrties Kalymnou (10.2 NM WSW), Xirokampos Leros (12 NM WNW), Mastichari Kos (12.5 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kalólimnos Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kalólimnos 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 Kalólimnos Lighthouse?+
Kalólimnos 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 Kalólimnos Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kalólimnos 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.