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Moudari Lighthouse

Fl🇬🇷Municipal Unit of Kythira, GROperational

Location & Light Range

About Moudari Lighthouse

Also known as: Moudari (Mudari, Ákra Spathi)

Built in 1857, this octagonal stone lighthouse is now a ruined structure attached to its original keeper's house. It stands on a cape in Attica, Greece, approximately 200 meters north of a modern lighthouse that has since replaced it. The Moudari lighthouse had a focal height of 114 meters and a geographic range of 26.3 nautical miles. Its operational life was brief, ceasing in 1901. The tower emitted three white flashes every 30 seconds during its active period.

Why it matters: The remains of the octagonal stone tower offer insight into 19th-century lighthouse construction in the region and mark a point of navigational significance on the cape.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl
Flash Type
Flashing
Raw Code
Fl(3) W 30s
Focal Height
114m
Light Range
20NM (37.0 km)
Geographic Range
26.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1857

Significant events: Inactive since 1901

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Agia pelagia(3.5 km)
Admiralty No.
N4066
NGA No.
113-15048
Wikidata
Q11883289 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
octagonal
Material
stone

Structure: A ruined octagonal stone tower attached to a stone keeper's house.

Location

City
Municipal Unit of Kythira
Country
🇬🇷Greece
Region
Attica
Sea Region
Located on a cape, about 200m north of a newer lighthouse.
Latitude
36.3813°
Longitude
22.9502°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Moudari Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 114 meters and a nominal range of 20 nautical miles (approximately 37.0 km), Moudari is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. Lights of this range are typically used as landfall lights by vessels approaching from the open sea.
How do mariners identify Moudari Lighthouse at night?+
Moudari displays the characteristic Fl. 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 Moudari Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Moudari Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Agía Pelagía at 3.6 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Elafonissos Lakonias (7.9 NM N), Vatika Bay (8.2 NM NNE), Rízes (8.9 NM S), Diakofti Kythiron (9 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Moudari Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Moudari 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 Moudari Lighthouse?+
Moudari 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 Moudari Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Moudari 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.