Get the MarineRadar appSatellite AISSatellite live trackingTrack any shipLive alerts112,000+ ships trackedDownload free

Melagavi Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇬🇷Municipal Unit of Loutraki - Perachora, GROperational

Location & Light Range

About Melagavi Lighthouse

Also known as: Melagavi (Melangavi, Cape Ireon, Loutraki)

Built in 1897, Melagavi Lighthouse is a 13-meter cylindrical stone tower with white trim, topped by a lantern and gallery. It rises from the seaward end of a one-story stone keeper's house. This structure is situated on the westernmost point of Cape Ireon, which extends into the Gulf of Corinth approximately 15 kilometers west of Loutraki. The lighthouse emits a white flash every 10 seconds, visible for nearly 20 nautical miles. The site is open to visitors, offering views of the gulf, though the tower itself is closed to the public. The nearest port is Velo, located 4.3 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks Cape Ireon, a significant headland on the western side of the Gulf of Corinth, assisting vessels navigating into the bay leading to Kórinthos.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
58m
Geographic Range
19.8NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1897

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
stone with white trim
Material
stone

Structure: square cylindrical stone tower with lantern and gallery, rising from the seaward end of a 1-story stone keeper's house

Location

City
Municipal Unit of Loutraki - Perachora
Country
🇬🇷Greece
Region
Peloponnese Region
Sea Region
Cape Ireon projects westward into the Gulf of Corinth and shelters the bay leading to the city of Kórinthos (Corinth). Located on the point of the cape about 15 km west of Loutraki.
Latitude
38.0285°
Longitude
22.8502°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Velo(4.3 km)
Admiralty No.
N3972
NGA No.
14844
ARLHS No.
GRE-018
Wikidata
Q56399545 →
Live tracking · 50,000+ mariners

Find Melagavi Lighthouse on the live nautical map

Plan voyages near Greece, see nearby vessels in real time, and explore 14,900+ navigation aids in the app.

Nautical mapNearby vesselsVoyage planning
Get the App

Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Melagavi Lighthouse at night?+
Melagavi displays the characteristic Fl White 10s. 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 Melagavi Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Melagavi Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is VELO at 4.3 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include ZEVGOLATIO (4.6 NM S), Kiato (4.7 NM WSW), Kórinthos (6.6 NM SE), LOUTRAKI (6.7 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Melagavi Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Melagavi 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 Melagavi Lighthouse?+
Melagavi 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 Melagavi Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Melagavi 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.