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Liméni Lighthouse

Fl White 1.5s🇬🇷Oitylos Municipal Unit, GROperational

Location & Light Range

About Liméni Lighthouse

Built in 1898, the Liméni Lighthouse marks the southern entrance to the harbor of Liméni on the eastern side of the Messiniakos Kolpós. This skeletal concrete tower stands 6 meters tall and is painted white. Its focal height reaches 14 meters, casting a white light with a single flash every 1.5 seconds. The structure includes a lantern situated atop a small, one-story stone keeper's cottage. Situated about 3 kilometers northwest of Areopoli, this lighthouse has a geographic range of 11.6 nautical miles. It guides vessels navigating the waters of the Peloponnese Region.

Why it matters: The lighthouse provides indispensable guidance for safe navigation into and out of Liméni harbor, particularly for fishing fleets and commercial vessels in the Messiniakos Kolpós.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 1.5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
1.5s
Raw Code
Fl W 1.5s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1898

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Gythion(10.8 km)
Admiralty No.
N4040
NGA No.
14980
ARLHS No.
GRE-091

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: A 6m skeletal post light, painted white, with a lantern, situated atop a small 1-story stone keeper's cottage.

Location

City
Oitylos Municipal Unit
Country
🇬🇷Greece
Region
Peloponnese Region
Sea Region
south entrance to the harbor of Liméni, on the east side of the Messiniakos Kolpós (Gulf of Messinia), about 3 km northwest of Areopoli.
Latitude
36.6804°
Longitude
22.3704°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Liméni Lighthouse at night?+
Liméni displays the characteristic Fl White 1.5s. 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 Liméni Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Liméni Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Gythion at 10.8 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Xirokámbion (17.6 NM NNE), Pitra (22.3 NM E), Kalamáta (24 NM NNW), Elafonissos Lakonias (31.2 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Liméni Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Liméni 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 Liméni Lighthouse?+
Liméni 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 Liméni Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Liméni 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.