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Míkonos District Lighthouses Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇬🇷Municipality of Mykonos, GROperational

Location & Light Range

About Míkonos District Lighthouses Lighthouse

Also known as: Mykonos

The Mykonos Lighthouse is a cylindrical stone tower standing 19 meters tall, topped with a green dome and lantern. Its octagonal structure is attached to a single-story keeper's house. The light emits a white flash every 10 seconds. With a focal height of 184 meters, its geographic range extends to 32.4 nautical miles. This operational lighthouse serves the Mykonos District, near the Municipality of Mykonos. The nearest port, Mykonos, is 1.7 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is important for safe passage through the Cyclades, a region known for strong winds and submerged rocks. Its elevated light ensures visibility from a great distance, aiding vessels navigating the complex Aegean archipelago.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
184m
Geographic Range
32.4NM

Location

City
Municipality of Mykonos
Country
🇬🇷Greece
Region
South Aegean
Sea Region
Mykonos District, Greece
Latitude
37.4896°
Longitude
25.3145°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
19m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a green dome
Material
stone

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

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Mykonos(1.7 km)
ARLHS No.
GRE-043
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Míkonos District Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Míkonos District Lighthouses 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 Míkonos District Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Míkonos District Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Mykonos at 2 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Delos (6 NM SSW), Tínos (8 NM WNW), Órmos Panórmou (15.8 NM NW), Syros (Syra) (18 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Míkonos District Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Míkonos District Lighthouses 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 Míkonos District Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
Míkonos District Lighthouses 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 Míkonos District Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Míkonos District Lighthouses 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.