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Stara Novalja Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇭🇷HROperational

Location & Light Range

About Stara Novalja Lighthouse

Also known as: Stara Novalja (Rt Deda)

This white stone lighthouse stands 8 meters tall on a headland on Otok Pag's north coast, west of the town of Stara Novalja. Its cylindrical tower, topped with a gallery, has a focal height of 9 meters. The structure features a square base and is built from stone. It emits a white flash every 5 seconds, visible for 10 nautical miles. While the surrounding site is open to visitors, the tower itself is closed to the public. The nearest port, Novalja, is 2.2 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The lighthouse marks a headland for vessels navigating the north coast of Otok Pag, essential for local maritime traffic traversing the Adriatic.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
9m
Geographic Range
10NM

Location

Country
🇭🇷Croatia
Region
Lika-Senj County
Sea Region
Located on a headland on the north coast of Otok Pag, just west of the town of Stara Novalja.
Latitude
44.5916°
Longitude
14.8734°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Novalja(2.2 km)
Admiralty No.
E2995.6
NGA No.
12640

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white stone
Material
stone

Structure: square cylindrical stone tower with gallery

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Stara Novalja Lighthouse at night?+
Stara Novalja 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 Stara Novalja Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Stara Novalja Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Novalja at 2.2 NM to the S. Other ports served include Novaglia (2.5 NM S), Zigljen (3.2 NM ESE), Prizna (4.1 NM E), Jablanac (6.9 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Stara Novalja Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Stara Novalja 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 Stara Novalja Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Stara Novalja 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.