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Varna Province Lighthouses Lighthouse

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Location & Light Range

About Varna Province Lighthouses Lighthouse

A cylindrical concrete tower, 16 meters tall, was constructed in 1911 on the northern side of Varna Bay. It features a lantern room and an octagonal gallery. The lighthouse stands 19 meters above sea level and emits a continuous red light. Its geographic range is 12.9 nautical miles. The tower is painted white.

Why it matters: This lighthouse aids vessels entering and departing Varna Bay, a key port for Bulgaria's maritime trade and naval operations. Its light specifically helps ships approach the port of Varna.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Red
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Red
Raw Code
F R
Focal Height
19m
Geographic Range
12.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1911

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Varna(2.6 km)

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
16m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower with lantern and an octagonal gallery

Location

Country
🇧🇬Bulgaria
Sea Region
Located on the north side of Varna Bay about 5 km (3 mi) east northeast of the city's harbor. Varna is a major port and the headquarters of the Bulgarian Navy.
Latitude
43.2161°
Longitude
27.9869°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Varna Province Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Varna Province Lighthouses displays the characteristic F Red. 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Varna Province Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Varna Province Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Varna at 3.6 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Ignatievo (9.8 NM WNW), Balchik (13.5 NM NE), Varna-Zapad (14.8 NM W), KAVARNA (19.9 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Varna Province Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Varna Province Lighthouses 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 Varna Province Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
Varna Province Lighthouses 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 Varna Province Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Varna Province Lighthouses 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.