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Keleyeri Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇹🇷TROperational

Location & Light Range

About Keleyeri Lighthouse

Also known as: Keleyeri (Kaloyeri)

The Keleyeri light stands on a concrete base near Çeşme, Turkey, marking a reef at the harbor entrance. It features a cylindrical concrete tower, 9 meters tall, with its upper half painted black and the lower half yellow. The current light, operational since after 2014, emits a white flash every five seconds. This structure replaced an earlier tower that was visible in photographs from 2014. The site is accessible by boat, but the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: This light is important for guiding vessels approaching Çeşme and avoiding the reef it marks. Its distinctive black and yellow barbell-shaped tower aids in identification.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
9m
Geographic Range
10NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Current light installed after 2014

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
upper half black, lower half yellow
Material
concrete

Structure: round barbell-shaped tower, upper half painted black and lower half yellow, mounted on a round concrete base

Location

Country
🇹🇷Turkey
Region
Izmir
Sea Region
Reef off the entrance to Çeşme
Latitude
38.3292°
Longitude
26.2679°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Cesme(1.5 km)
Admiralty No.
N4656
NGA No.
19980
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Keleyeri Lighthouse at night?+
Keleyeri displays the characteristic Fl White 5s. 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 Keleyeri Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Keleyeri Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Çesme at 2.7 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Chíos (6.5 NM WNW), Inousses (11.2 NM NNW), Kardámyla (15 NM NNW), Mesta Hiou (16.2 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Keleyeri Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Keleyeri 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 Keleyeri Lighthouse?+
Keleyeri 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 Keleyeri Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Keleyeri 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.