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Primorsko Pierhead Lighthouse

LFl White 5s🇧🇬BGOperational

Location & Light Range

About Primorsko Pierhead Lighthouse

This lighthouse is a cylindrical stone tower with a gallery, built in the 1930s. It stands 5.5 meters tall, with the light positioned at a focal height of 8 meters. A white light with a single long flash every 5 seconds is displayed from a short skeletal mounting atop the structure. The lighthouse marks the extremity of the breakwater pier in Primorsko, Bulgaria. The site is accessible to visitors, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse marks the end of the breakwater pier, guiding vessels into the harbor at Primorsko.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
LFl White 5s
Flash Type
Long Flash
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
LFl W 5s
Focal Height
8m
Geographic Range
9.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1930

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
5.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
stone

Structure: round stone tower with gallery; the light is displayed from a short skeletal mounting

Location

Country
🇧🇬Bulgaria
Region
Burgas
Sea Region
Located at the end of the breakwater pier in Primorsko, Bulgaria.
Latitude
42.2635°
Longitude
27.7586°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Tsarevo(7.2 km)
Admiralty No.
N4972
NGA No.
17552
ARLHS No.
BUL-019
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Primorsko Pierhead Lighthouse at night?+
Primorsko Pierhead displays the characteristic LFl White 5s. 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 Primorsko Pierhead Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Primorsko Pierhead Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Tsarevo at 7.2 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Sozopol (10 NM NNW), Akhtopol (13 NM SE), Burgas (16.7 NM NW), POMORIE (18.6 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Primorsko Pierhead Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Primorsko Pierhead 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 Primorsko Pierhead Lighthouse?+
Primorsko Pierhead 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 Primorsko Pierhead Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Primorsko Pierhead 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.