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Sveti Nikola Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇭🇷Općina Pučišća, HROperational

Location & Light Range

About Sveti Nikola Lighthouse

Also known as: Sveti Nikola (Pučišća) {Pucisce}

The Sveti Nikola lighthouse is an 11-meter tall, white, cylindrical fiberglass structure. It includes a lantern and gallery situated on a one-story keeper's house. The light flashes white every 5 seconds, with its focal plane at 20 meters above sea level. This active navigation marker has a visibility range of 13.2 nautical miles. It is situated near Općina Pučišća within Croatia's Split-Dalmatia County, 0.7 kilometers from the port of Pucisca. The grounds are accessible, though the tower itself is not open to visitors.

Why it matters: This lighthouse provides main reference for vessels approaching the port of Pucisca, helping them identify their location and navigate the waters.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
20m
Geographic Range
13.2NM

Location

City
Općina Pučišća
Country
🇭🇷Croatia
Region
Split-Dalmatia County
Latitude
43.3618°
Longitude
16.7354°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Pucisca(0.7 km)
Admiralty No.
E3380
NGA No.
13556
ARLHS No.
CRO-209

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
fiberglass

Structure: square cylindrical tower with lantern and gallery, rising from one corner of a 1-story keeper's house

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sveti Nikola Lighthouse at night?+
Sveti Nikola 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 Sveti Nikola Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sveti Nikola Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Pucisca at 0.8 NM to the S. Other ports served include Omis (5.2 NM NNW), Splitska (5.9 NM W), Dugi Rat (6.4 NM NW), Bol (7 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sveti Nikola Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sveti Nikola 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 Sveti Nikola Lighthouse?+
Sveti Nikola 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 Sveti Nikola Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sveti Nikola 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.