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Marsa Dila Lighthouse

Fl W 4s🇱🇾Libya, LYOperational

Location & Light Range

About Marsa Dila Lighthouse

This white masonry tower stands 24 meters tall with its focal height also at 24 meters. The lighthouse emits a white light. It has a geographic range of 5 nautical miles. The structure is identified by NGA list number 21708 and Admiralty number N6316. Four flashes of red and green light mark passage through a bridge located 4.6 miles north-northeast.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
24m
Geographic Range
5NM

Location

City
Libya
Country
🇱🇾LY
Latitude
32.7921°
Longitude
12.7479°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
24m
Tower Color
white
Material
masonry

Structure: White masonry tower; 49. F.R. and F.G. mark passage through bridge 4.6 miles NNE

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
N6316
NGA No.
21708
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Marsa Dila Lighthouse at night?+
Marsa Dila displays the characteristic Fl W 4s — 1 white flash every 4 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.
Which ports and harbors does Marsa Dila Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Marsa Dila Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Az Zawiyah at 3.5 NM to the W. Other ports served include Tripoli (22.7 NM ENE), Mellitah (Qasr Ahmed) (25.7 NM WNW), Zuara (32.6 NM WNW), Tagiura (33.1 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Marsa Dila Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Marsa Dila 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 Marsa Dila Lighthouse?+
Marsa Dila 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 Marsa Dila Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Marsa Dila 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.