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Likoporia Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 16s🇬🇷Municipal Unit of Evrostina, GROperational

Location & Light Range

About Likoporia Lighthouse

This lighthouse features a 15-meter square pyramidal iron skeletal tower painted white, with its light positioned 17 meters above sea level. It emits a white light showing a single flash every 16 seconds, with a geographic range of 12.4 nautical miles. The structure is situated on a point of land on the south side of the Gulf of Corinth, approximately 2 kilometers west of the village of Likoporia. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed. Its nearest port is Derveni, located 5.5 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse serves as a key navigational aid on the southern shore of the Gulf of Corinth. Its position, directly opposite the Psaromyta lighthouse, forms an important pair for vessels navigating this waterway.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 16s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
16s
Raw Code
Fl W 16s
Focal Height
17m
Geographic Range
12.4NM

Location

City
Municipal Unit of Evrostina
Country
🇬🇷Greece
Region
Peloponnese Region
Sea Region
A point of land on the south side of the Gulf of Corinth, directly opposite the Psaromyta lighthouse and about 2 km west of the village of Likoporia.
Latitude
38.1359°
Longitude
22.4907°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Derveni(5.5 km)
Admiralty No.
N3967
NGA No.
14868

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
iron

Structure: square pyramidal iron skeletal tower, painted white

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Likoporia Lighthouse at night?+
Likoporia displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 16s — 2 white flashes every 16 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 Likoporia Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Likoporia Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Derveni at 5.5 NM to the W. Other ports served include Kiato (14.4 NM ESE), VELO (15.2 NM ESE), Galaxidi (15.4 NM NNW), Antikyra (16.3 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Likoporia Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Likoporia 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 Likoporia Lighthouse?+
Likoporia 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 Likoporia Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Likoporia 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.