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Saida Lighthouse

Fl R 3s🇱🇧Lebanon, LBInactive

Location & Light Range

About Saida Lighthouse

Also known as: منارة الزيرة

The Saida lighthouse is a 10-meter-high, four-sided metal framework tower situated on a pile. Its exterior is painted red. The structure was temporarily destroyed in 2024. Originally, it displayed a red flashing light with a geographic range of 6 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl R 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl
Geographic Range
6NM

Location

City
Lebanon
Country
🇱🇧LB
Latitude
33.5717°
Longitude
35.3677°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Color
red
Material
metal

Structure: Four-sided metal framework tower on pile. Temporarily destroyed (2024)

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
N5940
NGA No.
21140
Wikidata
Q55399716 →
OpenStreetMap
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Saida Lighthouse at night?+
Saida displays the characteristic Fl R 3s — 1 red flash every 3 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Saida Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Saida Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is SIDON at 0.6 NM to the S. Other ports served include Saydå (1.3 NM S), Zahrani Terminal (3.8 NM SSW), Jieh (5.7 NM NNE), Beirut (21.6 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Saida Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Saida 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 Saida Lighthouse?+
Saida 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 Saida Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Saida 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.