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Kefken Adası Lighthouse

Fl (3) W 15s🇹🇷Northern Turkey, TROperational

Location & Light Range

About Kefken Adası Lighthouse

This white lighthouse stands 24 meters tall in Northern Turkey. Its focal height is also 24 meters, providing a geographic range of 14 nautical miles. The light characteristic is a single white flash. The structure is operational and identified by NGA list number 19668 and Admiralty number N5830.4.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) W 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
24m
Geographic Range
14NM

Location

City
Northern Turkey
Country
🇹🇷TR
Latitude
41.2162°
Longitude
30.2581°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
24m
Tower Color
white

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
N5830.4
NGA No.
19668
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kefken Adası Lighthouse at night?+
Kefken Adası displays the characteristic Fl (3) W 15s — 3 white flashes every 15 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.
Which ports and harbors does Kefken Adası Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kefken Adası Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kefken at 2.9 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Port of Karasu (19.9 NM ESE), Karasu (25.4 NM ESE), Sile (29.6 NM W), Izmit (31.7 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kefken Adası Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kefken Adası 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 Kefken Adası Lighthouse?+
Kefken Adası 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 Kefken Adası Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kefken Adası 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.