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Tri Sestrice Rivanj {Tre Sorelle} Lighthouse

Fl (2) White/Red 5s🇭🇷Općina Preko, HROperational

Location & Light Range

About Tri Sestrice Rivanj {Tre Sorelle} Lighthouse

The Tri Sestrice Rivanj lighthouse, also known as Tre Sorelle, was built in 1899. It is a stone cylindrical tower, 16 meters tall, situated on a small island off the northwest tip of Otok Rivanj. The tower is attached to a one-story keeper's house. Its light emits two white or red flashes every five seconds. This lighthouse is located about 16 kilometers northwest of Zadar and is one of three "sister" lighthouses in the region.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is one of the Tri Sestrice group, indicating a coordinated system for maritime safety in the island passages off Otok Rivanj. Its directional white and red flashes provide precise guidance through specific channels in the Adriatic Sea.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White/Red 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl(2) WR 5s
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
12.2NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1899

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Bozava(4.9 km)
Admiralty No.
E3106
ARLHS No.
CRO-199

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
16m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
stone
Material
stone

Structure: square cylindrical masonry tower with lantern and gallery, attached to the landward side of a 1-story masonry keeper's house

Location

City
Općina Preko
Country
🇭🇷Croatia
Region
Zadar County
Sea Region
One of three Tri Sestrice (three sisters) lighthouses in Croatia, located on a small island off the northwest tip of Otok Rivanj, about 16 km northwest of Zadar.
Latitude
44.1720°
Longitude
15.0120°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tri Sestrice Rivanj {Tre Sorelle} Lighthouse at night?+
Tri Sestrice Rivanj {Tre Sorelle} displays the characteristic Fl (2) White/Red 5s — 2 white/red flashes every 5 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. The white/red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Tri Sestrice Rivanj {Tre Sorelle} Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tri Sestrice Rivanj {Tre Sorelle} Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is UGLJAN at 4.7 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Bozava (4.9 NM WSW), Brbinj/Lucina (5.5 NM S), Privlaka (7.3 NM NE), Slatine (7.8 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tri Sestrice Rivanj {Tre Sorelle} Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tri Sestrice Rivanj {Tre Sorelle} 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 Tri Sestrice Rivanj {Tre Sorelle} Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tri Sestrice Rivanj {Tre Sorelle} 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.