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Samsun North Mole Lighthouse

Fl G 2s🇹🇷Northern Turkey, TROperational

Location & Light Range

About Samsun North Mole Lighthouse

This conical concrete tower stands 15 meters tall on the Samsun North Mole. The structure is painted green and features white banding. Its focal plane is also 15 meters above the water. The lighthouse emits a green light, characterized by two white flashes occurring every 18 seconds. It has a geographic range of 10 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl G 2s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
2s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
10NM

Location

City
Northern Turkey
Country
🇹🇷TR
Latitude
41.3096°
Longitude
36.3559°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
conical
Tower Color
green
Material
concrete

Structure: Black truncated conical concrete tower, white banded; 112. Fl.(2)W

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
N5802
NGA No.
19480
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Samsun North Mole Lighthouse at night?+
Samsun North Mole displays the characteristic Fl G 2s — 1 green flash every 2 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Samsun North Mole Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Samsun North Mole Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Samsun at 2.9 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Büyükçukur (22.8 NM SW), Ünye (46.2 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Samsun North Mole Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Samsun North 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 North Mole Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Samsun North 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.