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RaS Thyna Lighthouse

Fl W 5s🇹🇳Sfax, Thyna, TNInactive

Location & Light Range

About RaS Thyna Lighthouse

RaS Thyna lighthouse features a white tower with red bands, standing 144 meters tall. A white dwelling accompanies the main structure. The focal height reaches 55 meters, and the light characteristic is two white flashes every 10 seconds. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 24 nautical miles. It is currently not operational.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)W. period 10s
Focal Height
55m
Geographic Range
24NM

Location

City
Sfax, Thyna
Country
🇹🇳TN
Latitude
34.6518°
Longitude
10.6856°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
144m
Tower Color
white and red

Structure: White tower, red banded, white dwelling; 144. SFAX:

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
E6359
NGA No.
21836
Wikidata
Q39873877 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify RaS Thyna Lighthouse at night?+
RaS Thyna displays the characteristic Fl W 5s — 1 white 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.
Which ports and harbors does RaS Thyna Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
RaS Thyna Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sfax at 6.5 NM to the NE. Other ports served include MAHIRES (12.2 NM SW), La Skhirra (35.2 NM SW), Ashtart Terminal (41.6 NM ESE), Chebba (41.9 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is RaS Thyna Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
RaS Thyna Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
What shipping routes pass near RaS Thyna Lighthouse?+
RaS Thyna 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 RaS Thyna Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near RaS Thyna 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.