Tekağaç Burnu Lighthouse

Tekağaç Burnu displays the characteristic Fl W 15s — 1 white flash every 15 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.

Tekağaç Burnu Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is DIDIM at 2.2 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Farmakonissi Dodekanissos (7.5 NM WSW), Agathonisi (13.4 NM WNW), Güllük (19.3 NM ESE), Lakkion (21.8 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.

Yes, Tekağaç Burnu 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.

Tekağaç Burnu 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.

You can track vessels near Tekağaç Burnu 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.