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Lithári Lighthouse

Fl (3) White 30s🇬🇷Skyros Municipality, GROperational

Location & Light Range

About Lithári Lighthouse

Also known as: Lithári (Skíros, Skyros)

The Lithári Lighthouse, built in 1894, is a 12-meter-tall cylindrical stone tower topped with a green dome. Its focal height reaches 96 meters above sea level. The light emits a white flash every 30 seconds, visible for approximately 24.4 nautical miles. This structure is attached to a one-story stone keeper's house. It stands at Ákra Lithári, the southeasternmost point of Skíros, an island in the Sporades chain located about 40 km northeast of Kimi, Euboea. The nearest port to the lighthouse is Skiros, 8 km away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse has guided mariners navigating the southeastern coast of Skíros since its establishment in 1894.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) White 30s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
30s
Raw Code
Fl W 30s
Focal Height
96m
Geographic Range
24.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1894

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Skiros(8.0 km)
Admiralty No.
N4454
NGA No.
16444
ARLHS No.
GRE-092

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: round stone tower with lantern and gallery, attached to a 1-story stone keeper's house

Location

City
Skyros Municipality
Country
🇬🇷Greece
Region
Central Greece
Sea Region
Located on Ákra Lithári, the southeastern tip of Skíros (Skyros), the southernmost of the Sporades islands, about 40 km northeast of Kimi, Euboea.
Latitude
38.7747°
Longitude
24.6814°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Lithári Lighthouse at night?+
Lithári displays the characteristic Fl (3) White 30s — 3 white flashes every 30 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 Lithári Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Lithári Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Skíros at 8.1 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Linaria (8.3 NM WNW), Kými (Kimi) (27.6 NM WSW), Petries Evvoias (31.7 NM SW), Aliverio (37.2 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Lithári Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Lithári 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 Lithári Lighthouse?+
Lithári 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 Lithári Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Lithári 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.