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Skinári Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇬🇷Elaties Municipal Unit, GROperational

Location & Light Range

About Skinári Lighthouse

Built in 1897, the Skinári Lighthouse stands on Cape Skinari, the northernmost point of Zákynthos island in the Ionian Sea. This cylindrical stone tower, standing 9 meters tall, is situated 66 meters above sea level. It emits a white flash every 5 seconds, visible for nearly 21 nautical miles. The structure comprises a round rubblestone tower with a lantern and gallery, attached to a one-story keeper's house. The lantern was replaced around 2002, and the lighthouse remains operational.

Why it matters: The lighthouse guides vessels around the challenging northern tip of Zákynthos, an important navigational point for local and regional shipping.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
66m
Geographic Range
20.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1897

Significant events: lantern replaced around 2002

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Zante(12.9 km)
ARLHS No.
GRE-119

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
stone
Material
stone

Structure: round rubblestone tower with lantern and gallery attached to the seaward side of a 1-story rubblestone keeper's house

Location

City
Elaties Municipal Unit
Country
🇬🇷Greece
Region
Ioanian Islands
Sea Region
Cape Skinari, the northern tip of Zákynthos, about 1.5 km north of Korithi, known for blue caves cut into limestone cliffs
Latitude
37.9310°
Longitude
20.7021°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Skinári Lighthouse at night?+
Skinári displays the characteristic Fl White 5s. 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 Skinári Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Skinári Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Shinari Zakynthou at 1.9 NM to the S. Other ports served include Pessada Kefallinnias (11.9 NM NNW), Zante (12.9 NM SE), Zákynthos (13.1 NM SE), Poros Kefallinias (13.5 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Skinári Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Skinári 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 Skinári Lighthouse?+
Skinári 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 Skinári Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Skinári 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.