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Katapola Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇬🇷Municipality of Amorgos, GROperational

Location & Light Range

About Katapola Lighthouse

Also known as: Katapola (Ákra Ágios Ilias)

This cylindrical stone lighthouse was constructed in 1882. It stands 7 meters tall and is attached to a one-story keeper's house. The structure is situated on a promontory on the west side of Amorgós island, marking the north entrance to the island's only port, Katapola. The light emits a white flash every 10 seconds, visible for 18.1 nautical miles. While the site is open to the public, the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse was critical for guiding vessels into Katapola, the sole harbor on Amorgós, an island dependent on maritime connections within the Cyclades.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
46m
Geographic Range
18.1NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1882

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
stone

Structure: round cylindrical stone tower attached to the front of a 1-story stone keeper's house

Location

City
Municipality of Amorgos
Country
🇬🇷Greece
Region
South Aegean
Sea Region
Amorgós, the easternmost of the Cyclades, on a promontory on the west side of the island and the north side of the entrance to Katapola, the one port on the island.
Latitude
36.8362°
Longitude
25.8393°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Katapola(1.0 km)
Admiralty No.
N4278
NGA No.
15988
Wikidata
Q134454442 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Katapola Lighthouse at night?+
Katapola displays the characteristic Fl White 10s. 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 Katapola Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Katapola Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Katápola at 1.1 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Amorgos (1.1 NM ESE), Aigiali Amorgou (7.6 NM ENE), Koufonissia Kykladon (12.8 NM WNW), Donousa Kykladon (15.9 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Katapola Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Katapola 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 Katapola Lighthouse?+
Katapola 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 Katapola Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Katapola 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.