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Koghi Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇬🇷Salamina Municipal Unit, GROperational

Location & Light Range

About Koghi Lighthouse

Also known as: Koghi (Kokhi, Kónkhi, Salamina)

The Koghi Lighthouse, constructed of stone, was first lit in 1901. It is a cylindrical tower 12 meters high, painted white and topped with a green dome. The focal height reaches 33 meters, casting a white light with a single flash every 4 seconds. The lighthouse structure includes a lantern and gallery atop a 1-story keeper's house. While the tower is closed to visitors, the site is open for public access. It is situated at the southern tip of the island, approximately 1.5 kilometers southeast of Kolones.

Why it matters: This lighthouse aids safe passage around the island's southern tip and is an architectural landmark due to its design.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
33m
Geographic Range
15.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1901

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a green dome
Material
stone

Structure: round cylindrical stone tower with lantern and gallery, centered on a 1-story stone keeper's house

Location

City
Salamina Municipal Unit
Country
🇬🇷Greece
Region
Attica
Sea Region
Located at the southern tip of the island, about 1.5 km (1 mi) southeast of Kolones. The island is easily accessible from the mainland by ferries.
Latitude
37.8738°
Longitude
23.4491°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Revithoussa Desfa LNG(5.5 km)
ARLHS No.
GRE-084
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Koghi Lighthouse at night?+
Koghi displays the characteristic Fl White 4s. 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 Koghi Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Koghi Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Revithoussa at 5.6 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Salamís (5.6 NM NNE), Souvala (6.2 NM SSE), Paloúkia (6.6 NM NE), Faneromeni Salaminas (6.7 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Koghi Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Koghi 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 Koghi Lighthouse?+
Koghi 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 Koghi Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Koghi 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.