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Sućuraj {Punta San Giorgio} Lighthouse

Iso White 4s🇭🇷Općina Sućuraj, HROperational

Location & Light Range

About Sućuraj {Punta San Giorgio} Lighthouse

Located at the easternmost point of Hvar Island, Croatia, on Rt Sućuraj, the Sućuraj Lighthouse (Punta San Giorgio) is a white stone, cylindrical tower completed in 1912. The stone structure, measuring 14 meters in height, features a lantern and gallery atop a 1-1/2 story stone keeper's dwelling. The light produces a white isophase signal with a 4-second period, providing a geographic range of 11.6 nautical miles. The station was established in 1874, with the present tower erected in 1912.

Why it matters: This light serves as a navigation aid for ferry traffic moving through the narrow passage between Sućuraj on Hvar and Drvenik on the mainland, marking the island's eastern tip. Its distinct architectural style, where the tower integrates with the keeper's house, forms a recognizable visual reference.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso White 4s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Iso W 4s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1912

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sucuraj(0.3 km)
NGA No.
PS-645
ARLHS No.
CRO-151

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white stone
Material
stone

Structure: square cylindrical stone tower with lantern and gallery, rising from a 1-1/2 story stone keeper's house

Location

City
Općina Sućuraj
Country
🇭🇷Croatia
Region
Split-Dalmatia County
Sea Region
Located on Rt Sućuraj at the easternmost tip of Hvar, Croatia, facing the mainland mountains 5 km to the north. Marks the route for ferries sailing between Sućuraj and Drvenik.
Latitude
43.1249°
Longitude
17.1965°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sućuraj {Punta San Giorgio} Lighthouse at night?+
Sućuraj {Punta San Giorgio} displays the characteristic Iso White 4s. 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 Sućuraj {Punta San Giorgio} Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sućuraj {Punta San Giorgio} Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sucuraj at 0.4 NM to the W. Other ports served include Drvenik (3 NM NE), Trpanj (7.6 NM SSE), Orebic (9.1 NM S), Viganj (9.5 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sućuraj {Punta San Giorgio} Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sućuraj {Punta San Giorgio} 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 Sućuraj {Punta San Giorgio} Lighthouse?+
Sućuraj {Punta San Giorgio} 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 Sućuraj {Punta San Giorgio} Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sućuraj {Punta San Giorgio} 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.