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Vrachonisída Lígeía (Verdougi Southeast) Lighthouse

Fl White 16s🇬🇷Municipality of Marathonas, GROperational

Location & Light Range

About Vrachonisída Lígeía (Verdougi Southeast) Lighthouse

The Vrachonisída Lígeía lighthouse consists of a 5.5-meter tall square skeletal metal tower. With its light positioned 10 meters above sea level, it emits a single white flash every 16 seconds. This light has a geographic range of 10.4 nautical miles. The lighthouse itself is located on the islet of Verdougi Southeast, near the Municipality of Marathonas in the Attica region of Greece. The site is accessible to the public, but the tower is closed. The nearest port, Nea Stira, is 4.6 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse assists local mariners navigating the coastal waters around Vrachonisída Lígeía, helping them avoid underwater obstacles and narrow channels.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 16s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
16s
Raw Code
Fl W 16s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Location

City
Municipality of Marathonas
Country
🇬🇷Greece
Region
Attica
Latitude
38.1825°
Longitude
24.1081°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Nea Stira(4.6 km)
Admiralty No.
N4352
NGA No.
16280

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
5.5m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: square skeletal tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Vrachonisída Lígeía (Verdougi Southeast) Lighthouse at night?+
Vrachonisída Lígeía (Verdougi Southeast) displays the characteristic Fl White 16s. 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 Vrachonisída Lígeía (Verdougi Southeast) Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Vrachonisída Lígeía (Verdougi Southeast) Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Agia Marina Grammatikou Attikis at 2 NM to the W. Other ports served include Agia Marina Fthiotidas (2.1 NM W), Néa Stíra (4.7 NM E), Nea makri (8.2 NM SW), Rafina (10.6 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Vrachonisída Lígeía (Verdougi Southeast) Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Vrachonisída Lígeía (Verdougi Southeast) 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 Vrachonisída Lígeía (Verdougi Southeast) Lighthouse?+
Vrachonisída Lígeía (Verdougi Southeast) 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 Vrachonisída Lígeía (Verdougi Southeast) Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Vrachonisída Lígeía (Verdougi Southeast) 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.