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Ákra Téleio Lighthouse

Fl (3) White 12s🇬🇷Alonnisos Municipality, GROperational

Location & Light Range

About Ákra Téleio Lighthouse

A square white skeletal tower, standing 8 meters tall, marks the southwestern tip of Alónnisos island in the Northern Sporades. With a focal height of 21 meters, its white light emits one flash every 12 seconds, visible for 13.4 nautical miles. This operational lighthouse replaced an earlier light, continuing its role in guiding vessels. The site is accessible to the public, offering views of the surrounding sea, though the tower itself is closed to visitors. It is located near the Alónnisos Municipality, approximately 1.8 kilometers from the nearest port.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for safe navigation through the narrow channel between Alónnisos and Skópelos, a critical passage for local shipping and recreational vessels in the Northern Sporades.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) White 12s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Fl W 12s
Focal Height
21m
Geographic Range
13.4NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Replacement of earlier light

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white

Structure: square white skeletal tower

Location

City
Alonnisos Municipality
Country
🇬🇷Greece
Region
Thessaly
Sea Region
Southwestern tip of Alónnisos, one of the Northern Sporades islands, marking the narrow channel between Alónnisos and Skópelos.
Latitude
39.1396°
Longitude
23.8297°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Alonnisos(1.8 km)
Admiralty No.
N4478
NGA No.
16472
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ákra Téleio Lighthouse at night?+
Ákra Téleio displays the characteristic Fl (3) White 12s — 3 white flashes every 12 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Ákra Téleio Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ákra Téleio Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Alónnisos at 1.8 NM to the E. Other ports served include Skopelos (4.5 NM W), Agnontas Skopelos (6.5 NM WSW), PERISTERA (7.8 NM ENE), Klima (8.7 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ákra Téleio Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ákra Téleio 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 Ákra Téleio Lighthouse?+
Ákra Téleio 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 Ákra Téleio Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ákra Téleio 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.