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Vasilína Lighthouse

Oc White/Green 5s🇬🇷Istiaia-Aidipsos Municipality, GROperational

Location & Light Range

About Vasilína Lighthouse

Vasilína Lighthouse is a maritime navigation aid located in Istiaia-Aidipsos Municipality, GR. It is currently operational and active, providing guidance to vessels navigating the surrounding waters. The light sits at a focal height of 9 meters above mean sea level.

Light characteristic: The identifying signal of this lighthouse is Oc White/Green 5s. This characteristic is published in the relevant List of Lights and can be used by mariners to confirm their position relative to the coast. The light color is white/green, which may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.

Position: Vasilína Lighthouse is positioned at 38.8707°N, 22.8507°E, near Istiaia-Aidipsos Municipality in GR.

Geographic context: Vasilína Lighthouse is situated on the Mediterranean Sea, within the Mediterranean East-West corridor — a major trade route spanning the Mediterranean from Gibraltar to the Suez Canal. The location falls within the temperate maritime climate zone.

Nearby lighthouses in GR: Other lighthouses in the region include Ágios Fokás, Ágios Georgíos, Ágios Ioánnis, Ágios Nikólaos, Ágios Nikólaos. View all on the Lighthouses Directory.

Nearby Ports

Achladi

GRACL

2.3 NMWNW

Agios Georgios

GRAGE

2.6 NMSE

Pelasyía

GRPEL

4.8 NMN

Yaltra

GRYAL

6.3 NMESE

Agios Konstantínos

GRAKO

6.8 NMS

Flash Characteristics

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Green 5s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Green
Flash Count
0 flashes
Interval
5s

Physical Specifications

Focal Height
9m
Light Range
Not available
Status
ACTIVE
City
Istiaia-Aidipsos Municipality
Country
🇬🇷GR
Latitude
38.8707°
Longitude
22.8507°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Vasilína Lighthouse at night?+
Vasilína displays the characteristic Oc White/Green 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/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Vasilína Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Vasilína Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Achladi at 2.3 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Agios Georgios (2.6 NM SE), Pelasyía (4.8 NM N), Yaltra (6.3 NM ESE), Agios Konstantínos (6.8 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Vasilína Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Vasilína 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 Vasilína Lighthouse?+
Vasilína 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 Vasilína Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Vasilína 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.