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Rt Krištofor Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇭🇷Grad Novalja, HROperational

Location & Light Range

About Rt Krištofor Lighthouse

This octagonal stone tower, standing 6 meters tall and painted white, was first lit in 1911. It is situated on a cape on the north side of Otok Pag, approximately 8 km south of Karlobag. The lighthouse marks the entrance to a crooked channel leading to the town of Pag. Its white light flashes once every 5 seconds. The focal height of the light is 62 meters, providing a geographic range of 20.4 nautical miles.

Why it matters: The Rt Krištofor lighthouse is essential for guiding vessels through the challenging channel to the town of Pag, preventing groundings and ensuring safe access for all marine traffic.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
62m
Geographic Range
20.4NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1911

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Karlobag(2.9 km)
Admiralty No.
E2950
NGA No.
12704

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: octagonal stone tower, painted white

Location

City
Grad Novalja
Country
🇭🇷Croatia
Region
Lika-Senj County
Sea Region
This light marks the entrance to a crooked channel leading to the town of Pag. Located on a prominent cape on the north side of Otok Pag, about 8 km (5 mi) south of Karlobag.
Latitude
44.4772°
Longitude
15.0781°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Rt Krištofor Lighthouse at night?+
Rt Krištofor 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 Rt Krištofor Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Rt Krištofor Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Pag at 2.4 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Karlobag (2.9 NM N), Zigljen (8.4 NM NW), Prizna (8.8 NM NNW), Novaglia (9.4 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Rt Krištofor Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Rt Krištofor 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.
How can I track vessels near Rt Krištofor Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Rt Krištofor 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.