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Yeşilköy Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇹🇷Northwestern Turkey, TROperational

Location & Light Range

About Yeşilköy Lighthouse

Also known as: Old lighthouse Fener

This white lighthouse stands on the northern coast of the Sea of Marmara in Northwestern Turkey. Its tower reaches a height of 23 meters, with the light also positioned at 23 meters above sea level. The lighthouse emits a white flash, providing a geographic range of 15 nautical miles. It is part of the NGA list, identified by number E 4902.

Why it matters: This lighthouse remains operational and marks the northern coast of the Sea of Marmara.

Background
Yeşilköy Feneri is a historical lighthouse still in use located on the northern coast of Sea of Marmara at Yeşilyurt neighborhood (once part of Yeşilköy) in Istanbul's Bakırköy district, Turkey.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
23m
Geographic Range
15NM

Location

City
Northwestern Turkey
Country
🇹🇷TR
Latitude
40.9585°
Longitude
28.8390°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
23m
Tower Color
white

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
N4902
NGA No.
E 4902
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Yeşilköy Lighthouse at night?+
Yeşilköy displays the characteristic Fl W 10s — 1 white flash every 10 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.
Which ports and harbors does Yeşilköy Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Yeşilköy Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is YESILKOY at 0.6 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Kumport (1.1 NM WSW), BAKIRKOY (1.9 NM ENE), Zeytinburnu (2.8 NM ENE), Mardas (6.1 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Yeşilköy Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Yeşilköy 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 Yeşilköy Lighthouse?+
Yeşilköy 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 Yeşilköy Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Yeşilköy 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.