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Ándros District Lighthouses Lighthouse

Fl White 6s🇬🇷Municipality of Andros, GROperational

Location & Light Range

About Ándros District Lighthouses Lighthouse

This skeletal white stone tower stands 8 meters high on the west side of the entrance to Gávrio harbor. It rises from the seaward end of a ruined stone keeper's house, with its light positioned 68 meters above sea level. The white light emits a single flash every 6 seconds and has a geographic range of 21.2 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed. It is located near the northwestern end of Ándros island in the Cyclades archipelago.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for maritime traffic entering and departing Gávrio, the main port of Ándros, providing a critical navigational aid for ferries and fishing vessels.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
68m
Geographic Range
21.2NM

Location

City
Municipality of Andros
Country
🇬🇷Greece
Region
South Aegean
Sea Region
Located on the west side of the entrance to Gávrio harbor, the main port of Ándros, near the northwestern end of the island, in the Cyclades archipelago.
Latitude
37.8753°
Longitude
24.7269°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Gavrion(0.6 km)
Admiralty No.
N4332
NGA No.
15656
ARLHS No.
GRE-070

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
white
Material
stone

Structure: stone tower rising from the seaward end of a ruined stone keeper's house

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ándros District Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Ándros District Lighthouses displays the characteristic Fl White 6s. 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 Ándros District Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ándros District Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Gávrion at 0.5 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Andros (10.2 NM E), Karystos (16.7 NM WNW), Órmos Panórmou (20.4 NM SE), Marmari (21.9 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ándros District Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ándros 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 Ándros District Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
Ándros 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 Ándros District Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ándros 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.