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Sarpıncık Karaburun Lighthouse

Fl (4) W 20s🇹🇷Southern Turkey, TROperational

Location & Light Range

About Sarpıncık Karaburun Lighthouse

Also known as: Sarpıncık Lighthouse

This concrete tower, painted white, stands 97 meters above sea level. It features an attached dwelling for keepers. The lighthouse emits four white flashes in a 20-second cycle. An AIS transponder is also installed at the station. The operational light has a geographic range of 12 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (4) W 20s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
4 flashes
Interval
20s
Raw Code
Fl.(4)W. period 20s
Focal Height
97m
Geographic Range
12NM

Location

City
Southern Turkey
Country
🇹🇷TR
Latitude
38.6584°
Longitude
26.3625°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: White concrete tower, dwelling. AIS (MMSI No 992711180)

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
N4630
NGA No.
19896
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sarpıncık Karaburun Lighthouse at night?+
Sarpıncık Karaburun displays the characteristic Fl (4) W 20s — 4 white flashes every 20 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.
Which ports and harbors does Sarpıncık Karaburun Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sarpıncık Karaburun Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Inousses at 11.1 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Kardámyla (13.5 NM WSW), Foça (18 NM E), Plomárion (18.9 NM N), Chíos (20 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sarpıncık Karaburun Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sarpıncık Karaburun 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 Sarpıncık Karaburun Lighthouse?+
Sarpıncık Karaburun 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 Sarpıncık Karaburun Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sarpıncık Karaburun 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.