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Nesebar (Nesebur, Nessebur) Lighthouse

Fl 10s🇧🇬Nesebar, BGOperational

Location & Light Range

About Nesebar (Nesebur, Nessebur) Lighthouse

A square skeletal tower built of metal, the Nesebar Lighthouse stands 6 meters tall with its light positioned 10 meters above sea level. Established in 1978, this navigational aid guides vessels approaching the historic peninsula of Nesebar on Bulgaria's Black Sea coast. It emits two white flashes every period, with a geographic range of 10.4 nautical miles. The lighthouse is located within the city of Nesebar, just 0.2 kilometers from the nearest port. While the site is open to the public, the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse aids navigation for vessels approaching the historic peninsula and along the Bulgarian coastline.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)W
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1978

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: square skeletal tower

Location

City
Nesebar
Country
🇧🇬Bulgaria
Region
Burgas
Sea Region
Located in Nesebar, Bulgaria, on the Black Sea coast, aiding navigation for vessels approaching the historic peninsula and along the Bulgarian coastline.
Latitude
42.6546°
Longitude
27.7293°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Nessebar(0.2 km)
Admiralty No.
N4994
NGA No.
17608
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Nesebar (Nesebur, Nessebur) Lighthouse at night?+
Nesebar (Nesebur, Nessebur) displays the characteristic Fl 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.
Which ports and harbors does Nesebar (Nesebur, Nessebur) Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Nesebar (Nesebur, Nessebur) Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Nessebar at 0.4 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include POMORIE (7.3 NM SW), Sozopol (14 NM S), Burgas (15.8 NM SW), Tsarevo (29.8 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Nesebar (Nesebur, Nessebur) Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Nesebar (Nesebur, Nessebur) 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 Nesebar (Nesebur, Nessebur) Lighthouse?+
Nesebar (Nesebur, Nessebur) 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 Nesebar (Nesebur, Nessebur) Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Nesebar (Nesebur, Nessebur) 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.