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Paçariz Burnu Lighthouse

Fl Green 3s🇹🇷Fethiye, TROperational

Location & Light Range

About Paçariz Burnu Lighthouse

The Paçariz Burnu lighthouse is a cylindrical concrete tower, standing 8 meters tall. It is painted white and features a single green horizontal band. The light source is positioned 14 meters above sea level and emits a green flash every 3 seconds. This structure guides vessels entering the inner Gulf of Fethiye from its promontory location. The current tower replaced an earlier light with a similar design, indicated by a green band. The lighthouse offers a geographic range of 11.6 nautical miles.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for safe navigation into the inner Gulf of Fethiye, a waterway used by yachts and fishing boats. Its distinct green flash clearly marks the entrance for mariners.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl G 3s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Replacement of earlier light

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with one green horizontal band
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower, painted white with one green horizontal band

Location

City
Fethiye
Country
🇹🇷Turkey
Region
Muğla
Sea Region
Promontory on the west side of the entrance to the inner Gulf of Fethiye
Latitude
36.6411°
Longitude
29.1013°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Fethiye(0.6 km)
Admiralty No.
N5843.5
NGA No.
20538
ARLHS No.
TUR-009
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Paçariz Burnu Lighthouse at night?+
Paçariz Burnu displays the characteristic Fl Green 3s. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Paçariz Burnu Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Paçariz Burnu Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Fethiye at 0.3 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Gocek (10.1 NM NW), Kas (36.7 NM SE), Kastellorizou (ex Megísti) (37.8 NM SE), Marmaris (41.4 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Paçariz Burnu Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Paçariz Burnu 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 Paçariz Burnu Lighthouse?+
Paçariz Burnu 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 Paçariz Burnu Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Paçariz Burnu 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.