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Rt Velo Dance Lighthouse

Fl (3) White 10s🇭🇷Općina Vela Luka, HROperational

Location & Light Range

About Rt Velo Dance Lighthouse

This white stone cylindrical lighthouse stands on the southwestern tip of Korčula island. The structure, which is 6 meters tall and made of stone, features an octagonal base and a gallery. Its light emits a white flash every 10 seconds from a focal height of 12 meters, providing a geographic range of 11 nautical miles. The lighthouse site is open to visitors, though the tower itself is closed. It is located in the Dubrovnik-Neretva County, southwest of Vela Luka, near the nearest port which is 3.6 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is important for guiding vessels around the southwestern headland of Korčula, an area that can be hazardous in adverse weather conditions. Its light helps define the island's contour for navigation, particularly for craft entering or leaving Vela Luka.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Location

City
Općina Vela Luka
Country
🇭🇷Croatia
Region
Dubrovnik-Neretva County
Sea Region
southwestern tip of Korčula, southwest of Vela Luka
Latitude
42.9258°
Longitude
16.6386°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Vela Luka(3.6 km)
Admiralty No.
E3461
NGA No.
13884

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: octagonal cylindrical stone tower with gallery

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Rt Velo Dance Lighthouse at night?+
Rt Velo Dance displays the characteristic Fl (3) White 10s — 3 white flashes every 10 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Rt Velo Dance Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Rt Velo Dance Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Vela Luka at 3.7 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Ubli (13.4 NM SE), Jelsa (14.5 NM N), Lastovo (15 NM SE), Vrboska (15.4 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Rt Velo Dance Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Rt Velo Dance 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 Velo Dance Lighthouse?+
Rt Velo Dance 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 Velo Dance Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Rt Velo Dance 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.