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Monastir Lighthouse

Fl R 6s🇹🇳Tunisia, TNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Monastir Lighthouse

The Monastir lighthouse features a white spire designed like a minaret, distinguished by black banding. This structure rises 20 meters high. Its light, situated 26 meters above sea level, emits two red flashes that repeat every 6 seconds. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 10 nautical miles and is operational.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl R 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)R. period 6s
Focal Height
26m
Geographic Range
10NM

Location

City
Tunisia
Country
🇹🇳TN
Latitude
35.7667°
Longitude
10.8333°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
20m
Tower Color
white and black

Structure: White spire/minaret, black banded; 20

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
E6374
NGA No.
21932
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Monastir Lighthouse at night?+
Monastir displays the characteristic Fl R 6s — 1 red flash every 6 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. The red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Monastir Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Monastir Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is MONASTIR at 0.8 NM to the N. Other ports served include Ksibet el Médiouni (4.5 NM S), TEBOULBA (8.8 NM SE), Sousse (9.7 NM WNW), Mahdia (19.7 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Monastir Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Monastir 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 Monastir Lighthouse?+
Monastir 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 Monastir Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Monastir 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.