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Ra's Thyna Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇹🇳TNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ra's Thyna Lighthouse

Also known as: Ra's Thyna (Ra's Thinah)

This cylindrical lighthouse, built in 1895, stands 44 meters tall on a headland near Thyna, approximately 15 kilometers southwest of Sfax. Its tower is painted with red and white horizontal bands and features a lantern and gallery. The lighthouse structure is attached to a two-story keeper's house. Its light, white and flashing every 5 seconds, can be seen for 19.4 nautical miles. The lighthouse underwent a repainting in 2015.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is important for maritime traffic navigating the approaches to Sfax by clearly marking the Thyna headland.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
55m
Geographic Range
19.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1895

Significant events: repainted in 2015

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sfax(6.1 km)
Admiralty No.
E6359
NGA No.
21836
ARLHS No.
TUN-009

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
44m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands

Structure: round tapered conical masonry tower with lantern and gallery, attached to a 2-story keeper's house

Location

Country
🇹🇳Tunisia
Region
Sfax
Sea Region
on a headland at Thyna about 15 km southwest of Sfax, near the ruins of the Roman city of Thaenae
Latitude
34.6518°
Longitude
10.6855°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ra's Thyna Lighthouse at night?+
Ra's Thyna displays the characteristic Fl 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 Ra's Thyna Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ra's 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 Ra's Thyna Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ra's Thyna 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 Ra's Thyna Lighthouse?+
Ra's 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 Ra's Thyna Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ra's 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.