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Plakakia Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 15s🇬🇷Municipality of Aegina, GROperational

Location & Light Range

About Plakakia Lighthouse

Also known as: Plakakia (Aigina, Aegina, Egina)

This cylindrical stone tower, standing 6 meters tall, was built and first lit in 1881. It is situated at the westernmost point of Aegina island in the Saronic Gulf. The lighthouse emits a white light with a characteristic of one white flash every 15 seconds. Its focal height reaches 11 meters, providing a geographic range of 10.7 nautical miles. The site is open to visitors, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is important for navigation at Aegina's western tip, guiding vessels through the Saronic Gulf. Its light characteristic aids the considerable ferry and leisure traffic in the area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl W 15s
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1881

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
stone

Structure: round stone tower

Location

City
Municipality of Aegina
Country
🇬🇷Greece
Region
Attica
Sea Region
Located at the western tip of Aegina, an island in the middle of the Saronic Gulf.
Latitude
37.7617°
Longitude
23.4178°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Aegina(1.2 km)
ARLHS No.
GRE-108
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Plakakia Lighthouse at night?+
Plakakia displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 15s — 2 white flashes every 15 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Plakakia Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Plakakia Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Aegina at 1 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Souvala (3 NM ENE), SKALA (4 NM SW), Agistri Aiginas (4.4 NM SW), Agia Marina Aiginas (5.7 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Plakakia Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Plakakia 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 Plakakia Lighthouse?+
Plakakia 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 Plakakia Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Plakakia 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.