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Port Said Bypass East Lighthouse

Fl (2) Red 10s🇪🇬Port Said, EGOperational

Location & Light Range

About Port Said Bypass East Lighthouse

Built in the 1980s, this square skeletal lighthouse stands 23 meters tall on the eastern side of the Suez Canal bypass. Constructed from steel, it is located approximately 800 meters south of the canal entrance, marking a section where the waterway narrows significantly. The lighthouse emits a red light, flashing once every 10 seconds, with a geographic range of 14.3 nautical miles. It is situated about 2.5 kilometers from the nearest port, Port Said, and its focal height reaches 25 meters.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for safe navigation through the Suez Canal, specifically alerting vessels to a sharp narrowing point in the bypass.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) Red 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl R 10s
Focal Height
25m
Geographic Range
14.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1980

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Port Said(2.5 km)
Admiralty No.
N5985
NGA No.
21300
ARLHS No.
EGY-031

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
23m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
red
Material
steel

Structure: square skeletal tower

Location

City
Port Said
Country
🇪🇬Egypt
Region
Port Said
Sea Region
East side of the Suez Canal bypass, about 800 m south of the entrance, marking a point where the waterway narrows sharply.
Latitude
31.2234°
Longitude
32.3471°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Port Said Bypass East Lighthouse at night?+
Port Said Bypass East displays the characteristic Fl (2) Red 10s — 2 red flashes every 10 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Port Said Bypass East Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Port Said Bypass East Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Port Said East at 0.4 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Port Said (1.8 NM NW), Marsa Egyptian Propylene & Polypropylene (11.1 NM WNW), Dumyat (Damietta) (33.4 NM WNW), ISMAILIA (38.4 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Port Said Bypass East Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Port Said Bypass East 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 Port Said Bypass East Lighthouse?+
Port Said Bypass East Lighthouse is located within the Suez Canal approach — the critical route linking the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea and Indian Ocean. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Port Said Bypass East Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Port Said Bypass East 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.