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Tuzla Burnu Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇹🇷Armutlu, TROperational

Location & Light Range

About Tuzla Burnu Lighthouse

Tuzla Burnu Lighthouse is located on a sandy point in the southeastern Sea of Marmara, marking the approach to Gemlik. The current structure is a 12-meter tall cylindrical tower made of concrete and fiberglass, with a focal height of 14 meters. Its distinctive shape is described as a round barbell on a square concrete platform. The light emits a single white flash every 10 seconds, visible for 11.6 nautical miles. This modern tower replaced an earlier skeletal structure. The site is accessible to the public, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides vessels approaching Gemlik, a significant port in the Sea of Marmara, past the sandy point at the entrance.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Original light replaced

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete, fiberglass

Structure: round barbell-shaped white fiberglass tower mounted on a square concrete platform

Location

City
Armutlu
Country
🇹🇷Turkey
Region
Yalova
Sea Region
Southeastern corner of the Sea of Marmara, marking the approach to Gemlik from a sandy point.
Latitude
40.5342°
Longitude
28.7818°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Mudanya(10.5 km)
Admiralty No.
N4900.6
NGA No.
17216
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tuzla Burnu Lighthouse at night?+
Tuzla Burnu displays the characteristic Fl White 10s. 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 Tuzla Burnu Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tuzla Burnu Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Mudanya at 11.3 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Gemlik (16.5 NM ESE), YALOVA TOWN (23.1 NM ENE), Kumport (25 NM N), YESILKOY (25.4 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tuzla Burnu Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tuzla 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.
What shipping routes pass near Tuzla Burnu Lighthouse?+
Tuzla 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.
How can I track vessels near Tuzla Burnu Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tuzla 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.