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Pendik South Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl G 5s🇹🇷Northwestern Turkey, TROperational

Location & Light Range

About Pendik South Breakwater Lighthouse

This green tower lighthouse is found in Northwestern Turkey. It stands 11 meters tall and has a focal height of 6 meters. The light emitted from this structure is green. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 8 nautical miles. It is an operational aid to navigation.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl G 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
6m
Geographic Range
8NM

Location

City
Northwestern Turkey
Country
🇹🇷TR
Latitude
40.8591°
Longitude
29.2526°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Color
green

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
N4916.4
NGA No.
17294
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pendik South Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Pendik South Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl G 5s — 1 green flash every 5 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Pendik South Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pendik South Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Pendik at 0.5 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Tuzla (2.4 NM SE), Kartal (2.6 NM WNW), Maltepe (6.5 NM WNW), KUCUKYALI (8 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pendik South Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pendik South Breakwater 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 Pendik South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Pendik South Breakwater 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 Pendik South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pendik South Breakwater 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.