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Zákynthos North Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Green 1.5s🇬🇷Zakynthos Municipal Unit, GROperational

Location & Light Range

About Zákynthos North Breakwater Lighthouse

This 9-meter concrete lighthouse is situated at the end of the north breakwater in Zákynthos harbor. It features a white concrete square tower with a single green horizontal band, rising from a square equipment shelter on a stepped platform. The focal height of its light is 11 meters. A green light flashes once every 1.5 seconds, visible for 10.7 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is indispensable for the safe navigation of ships entering and exiting Zákynthos harbor, clearly delineating the end of the north breakwater.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 1.5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
1.5s
Raw Code
Fl G 1.5s
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Location

City
Zakynthos Municipal Unit
Country
🇬🇷Greece
Region
Ioanian Islands
Sea Region
Zákynthos harbor, on the end of the north breakwater
Latitude
37.7812°
Longitude
20.9054°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Zakynthos(0.1 km)
Admiralty No.
N3988
NGA No.
14737

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white concrete with one green horizontal band
Material
concrete

Structure: A 9m concrete post, painted white concrete with one green horizontal band, centered on a square 1-story equipment shelter standing on a square stepped platform.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Zákynthos North Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Zákynthos North Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl Green 1.5s. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Zákynthos North Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Zákynthos North Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Zákynthos at 0.1 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Zante (0.3 NM WNW), VASILIKO (5.6 NM SE), Vasiliko (5.6 NM SE), Shinari Zakynthou (12.1 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Zákynthos North Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Zákynthos North Breakwater 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 North Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Zákynthos North Breakwater 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 North Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Zákynthos North Breakwater 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.