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Kerí Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇬🇷Laganas Municipal Unit, GROperational

Location & Light Range

About Kerí Lighthouse

Also known as: Kerí (Kerion)

Established and first lit in 1925, the Kerí Lighthouse is a 7-meter cylindrical masonry tower painted green. It is attached to a single-story keeper's house and features a lantern and gallery on its seaward side. Situated on Cape Keri, the southernmost tip of Zákynthos, its focal plane is 194 meters above sea level. The lighthouse emits a white flash every 10 seconds, visible for over 33 nautical miles. It overlooks the Ionian Sea near the town of Kerí and is part of the Laganas Municipal Unit.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for guiding vessels around Cape Keri on Zákynthos's southern end, offering visibility for over 33 nautical miles.

Background
Keri lighthouse is a lighthouse in Estonia, located on the Keri (Kockskär) island in the Gulf of Finland of the Baltic Sea. The light is at an elevation of 31 metres (102 ft) above sea level, while the lighthouse is 28 metres (92 ft) tall.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
194m
Light Range
11NM (20.4 km)
Geographic Range
33.2NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1925

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Zakynthos(8.8 km)
Admiralty No.
C3844
NGA No.
116-12896
ARLHS No.
GRE-081
Wikipedia
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Wikidata
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
green
Material
masonry

Structure: round cylindrical masonry tower with lantern and gallery attached to the seaward side of a 1-story masonry keeper's house

Location

City
Laganas Municipal Unit
Country
🇬🇷Greece
Region
Ioanian Islands
Sea Region
overlooking the Ionian Sea, located on Cape Keri, the southern tip of Zákynthos, near the town of Kerí
Latitude
37.6546°
Longitude
20.8083°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Kerí Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 194 meters and a nominal range of 11 nautical miles (approximately 20.4 km), Kerí is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. This range makes it a significant coastal navigation aid for vessels transiting the area.
How do mariners identify Kerí Lighthouse at night?+
Kerí 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 Kerí Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kerí Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Zákynthos at 8.8 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Zante (8.9 NM NNE), VASILIKO (9.5 NM ENE), Vasiliko (9.5 NM ENE), Shinari Zakynthou (15.6 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kerí Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kerí 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 Kerí Lighthouse?+
Kerí 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 Kerí Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kerí 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.