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Mersin Lighthouse

Fl (3) W 10s🇹🇷Southern Turkey, TROperational

Location & Light Range

About Mersin Lighthouse

This white metal framework tower stands 16 meters above sea level. It displays a white light with three flashes every 10 seconds. The tower is painted white and features a black rectangular daymark with a white stripe. Its geographic range is 15 nautical miles. The light characteristic is described as isophase white.

Background
Mersin Feneri (The Mersin Lighthouse) is located at the Mediterranean coast in the city of Mersin, Turkey.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl.(3)W. period 10s
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
15NM

Location

City
Southern Turkey
Country
🇹🇷TR
Latitude
36.7846°
Longitude
34.6186°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Color
white and black
Material
metal

Structure: White metal framework tower, black rectangular daymark, white stripe. Iso.W

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
N5872
NGA No.
20708
Wikipedia
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Wikidata
Q6820605 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Mersin Lighthouse at night?+
Mersin displays the characteristic Fl (3) W 10s — 3 white flashes every 10 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 Mersin Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Mersin Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Mersin-Free Zone at 1.2 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Mersin (1.7 NM ENE), Akdeniz (6.3 NM NE), Karatas (39.4 NM ESE), Tasucu (45.3 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Mersin Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Mersin 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 Mersin Lighthouse?+
Mersin 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 Mersin Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Mersin 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.