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Zákynthos District Lighthouses Lighthouse

Fl White 15s🇬🇷Zakynthos Municipal Unit, GROperational

Location & Light Range

About Zákynthos District Lighthouses Lighthouse

Also known as: Zante

This square stone tower, standing 11 meters tall, is located in the Zakynthos Municipal Unit in Greece. It features a lantern and gallery, with the structure built from stone. The light, visible for 16.9 nautical miles, emits a white flash every 15 seconds. The focal height of the light is 39 meters. The site of the lighthouse is open to the public, though access to the tower itself is restricted. Its nearest port is Vasiliko, situated 28.2 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is important for maritime traffic navigating the Ionian Sea around Zákynthos, ensuring safe passage.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl W 15s
Focal Height
39m
Geographic Range
16.9NM

Location

City
Zakynthos Municipal Unit
Country
🇬🇷Greece
Region
Ioanian Islands
Sea Region
Ionian Sea, Zákynthos (Zante) District, Greece
Latitude
37.2465°
Longitude
21.0029°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Vasiliko(28.2 km)
ARLHS No.
GRE-122

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
stone
Material
stone

Structure: square stone tower with lantern and gallery

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Zákynthos District Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Zákynthos District Lighthouses displays the characteristic Fl White 15s. 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 Zákynthos District Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Zákynthos District Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is VASILIKO at 28.2 NM to the N. Other ports served include Vasiliko (28.2 NM N), Katakolon (28.5 NM NNE), Skafidia (31.5 NM NNE), Kiparissia (31.7 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Zákynthos District Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Zákynthos District 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 Zákynthos District Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
Zákynthos District 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 Zákynthos District Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Zákynthos District 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.