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Kapsali Lighthouse

Fl White 3s🇬🇷Municipal Unit of Kythira, GROperational

Location & Light Range

About Kapsali Lighthouse

Built in 1853, this cylindrical masonry tower stands 8 meters tall and is painted white, topped with a blue lantern dome. It rises from a one-story keeper's house and has a focal height of 24 meters. The Kapsali lighthouse emits a white flash every 3 seconds, visible for 14.1 nautical miles. It is situated on a promontory that protects the harbor of Kapsali, a port on the southern end of Kythira. The lighthouse was restored around 2010, ensuring its continued operation. While the site is open to visitors, the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for guiding vessels safely around the promontory and into Kapsali harbor, a key port at the southern tip of Kythira.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl W 3s
Focal Height
24m
Geographic Range
14.1NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1853

Significant events: restored around 2010

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 with a blue lantern dome
Material
masonry

Structure: round cylindrical masonry tower with lantern and gallery, rising from a small 1-story masonry keeper's house

Location

City
Municipal Unit of Kythira
Country
🇬🇷Greece
Region
Attica
Sea Region
on a promontory protecting the harbor of Kapsali, a port at the southern end of Kythira
Latitude
36.1426°
Longitude
23.0002°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kythira(0.1 km)
Wikidata
Q11869807 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kapsali Lighthouse at night?+
Kapsali 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 Kapsali Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kapsali Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kapsalion (Kythira) at 0.1 NM to the E. Other ports served include Kythira (0.1 NM ESE), Rízes (6 NM NNW), Diakofti Kythiron (8.3 NM NNE), Agía Pelagía (11.1 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kapsali Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kapsali 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 Kapsali Lighthouse?+
Kapsali 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 Kapsali Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kapsali 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.