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Samsun East Mole Lighthouse

Fl R 5s🇹🇷Northern Turkey, TROperational

Location & Light Range

About Samsun East Mole Lighthouse

This red concrete lighthouse stands 14 meters tall on the East Mole in Northern Turkey. Its white column structure supports a light with a focal height of 13.5 meters. The light emits a single red flash and has a geographic range of 10 nautical miles. The structure is operational and serves as a navigational aid.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl R 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
13.5m
Geographic Range
10NM

Location

City
Northern Turkey
Country
🇹🇷TR
Latitude
41.3079°
Longitude
36.3509°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: White column

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
N5803
NGA No.
19476
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Samsun East Mole Lighthouse at night?+
Samsun East Mole displays the characteristic Fl R 5s — 1 red flash every 5 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 Samsun East Mole Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Samsun East Mole Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Samsun at 3.1 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Büyükçukur (22.6 NM SW), Ünye (46.4 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Samsun East Mole Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Samsun East Mole 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 Samsun East Mole Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Samsun East Mole 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.