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Marsa Thilimit Range Front Lighthouse

F red🇪🇬EGOperational

Location & Light Range

About Marsa Thilimit Range Front Lighthouse

Also known as: Thelemet

This square pyramidal skeletal steel tower stands 13 meters tall at Marsa Thilimit, Egypt. Its focal plane reaches 15 meters above sea level. The light emits a fixed red signal, visible for 11.9 nautical miles. It serves as the front marker for a range system guiding vessels within the Marsa Thilimit area. The tower is located 26 kilometers from the nearest port of Abu Zenimah.

Why it matters: As the front light of a range system, this marker provides essential directional guidance for vessels entering or departing the Marsa Thilimit area, helping them maintain the correct course.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F red
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
red
Raw Code
F.R. 49
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
11.9NM

Location

Country
🇪🇬Egypt
Region
Red Sea
Sea Region
Located at Marsa Thilimit (Thelemet) in Egypt, serving as the front light of a range system.
Latitude
29.0507°
Longitude
32.6214°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
square
Material
steel

Structure: square pyramidal skeletal tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Abu Zenimah(26.0 km)
Admiralty No.
D7296.995
NGA No.
30260.3
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Marsa Thilimit Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Marsa Thilimit Range Front displays the characteristic F red. 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Marsa Thilimit Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Marsa Thilimit Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Dome Marina at 24.1 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Abu Zenimah (25.1 NM E), Galala Marina (26.8 NM NNW), Ras Budran (28.3 NM E), Ras Sudr (31.9 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Marsa Thilimit Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Marsa Thilimit Range Front 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 Thilimit Range Front Lighthouse?+
Marsa Thilimit Range Front Lighthouse is located within the Suez Canal approach — the critical route linking the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea and Indian Ocean. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Marsa Thilimit Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Marsa Thilimit Range Front 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.