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Rt Rat Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇭🇷HROperational

Location & Light Range

About Rt Rat Lighthouse

First lit in 1909, this cylindrical masonry lighthouse stands 9 meters tall with its light reaching 10 meters above sea level. It is painted white and features an octagonal structure topped with a gallery. The lighthouse emits a white flash every 5 seconds, visible for 10.4 nautical miles. Located on a mainland promontory, it marks the northern entrance to the Murterski Channel, opposite the northwestern part of Otok Murter and about 4 km northwest of Tisno. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the northern entrance to the Murterski Channel, a key passage for local and recreational vessels.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1909

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
masonry

Structure: octagonal cylindrical masonry tower with gallery, painted white

Location

Country
🇭🇷Croatia
Region
Šibenik-Knin County
Sea Region
Marks the northern entrance to the Murterski Channel. Located on a promontory of the mainland opposite the northwestern corner of Otok Murter, about 4 km northwest of Tisno.
Latitude
43.8235°
Longitude
15.6153°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Murter(1.2 km)
Admiralty No.
E3212
ARLHS No.
CRO-125
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Rt Rat Lighthouse at night?+
Rt Rat 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 Rat Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Rt Rat Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Tisno at 1.5 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Murter (1.8 NM S), Vrgada (5.6 NM WNW), Tribunj (7.3 NM SE), Vodice (8.2 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Rt Rat Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Rt Rat 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 Rt Rat Lighthouse?+
Rt Rat 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 Rt Rat Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Rt Rat 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.