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Philadelphus Point Lighthouse

Fl Red🇪🇬EGOperational

Location & Light Range

About Philadelphus Point Lighthouse

A cylindrical red fiberglass tower, standing 8 meters tall, marks Philadelphus Point on the south side of the Ra's Banas Peninsula in Egypt. The structure reaches a focal height of 10 meters and emits a single red flash. Its design as a round barbell-shaped tower made of fiberglass suggests a focus on durability and ease of maintenance in this exposed location. The light offers a geographic range of 10.4 nautical miles. Nearest to the port of Abu Ghosoun, this operational lighthouse provides a key visual reference for maritime traffic in the region.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for safe navigation along the southern flank of the Ra's Banas Peninsula, assisting vessels in identifying the headland and maintaining course in remote coastal waters.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Raw Code
Fl R
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Location

Country
🇪🇬Egypt
Region
Red Sea
Sea Region
south side of the Ra's Banas Peninsula
Latitude
23.9310°
Longitude
35.5957°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
fiberglass

Structure: round barbell-shaped red fiberglass tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Abu Ghosoun(37.9 km)
Admiralty No.
D7296.09
NGA No.
30605.25
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Philadelphus Point Lighthouse at night?+
Philadelphus Point displays the characteristic Fl Red. 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Philadelphus Point Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Philadelphus Point Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is ABU CHOSOUN at 37.8 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Abu Ghosoun (38 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Philadelphus Point Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Philadelphus Point 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.
How can I track vessels near Philadelphus Point Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Philadelphus Point 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.