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Zonguldak Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇹🇷Zonguldak, TROperational

Location & Light Range

About Zonguldak Lighthouse

This cylindrical masonry lighthouse, built in 1908, stands 9 meters tall on a high promontory marking the northeast entrance to Zonguldak harbor. Its lantern and gallery are attached to the seaward side of a one-story keeper's house. The structure emits a white flash every five seconds from a focal height of 53 meters, visible for nearly 20 nautical miles. Originally a wooden tower, it was replaced by the current masonry construction to serve Türkiye's leading coal-mining area. The site is open to visitors, though the tower remains closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for guiding vessels into Zonguldak harbor, a port historically significant for Turkey's coal industry.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
53m
Geographic Range
19.1NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1908

Significant events: The original lighthouse was a wood tower.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
masonry

Structure: round masonry tower with lantern and gallery, attached to the seaward side of a 1-story keeper's house

Location

City
Zonguldak
Country
🇹🇷Turkey
Region
Zonguldak
Sea Region
Located on a high promontory at the northeast entrance to Zonguldak harbor, in Türkiye's leading coal-mining area.
Latitude
41.4647°
Longitude
31.7877°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Zonguldak(0.6 km)
Admiralty No.
N5820
NGA No.
113-19608
ARLHS No.
TUR-057
Wikidata
Q103035656 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Zonguldak Lighthouse at night?+
Zonguldak displays the characteristic Fl White 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 color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Zonguldak Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Zonguldak Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Zonguldak at 0.5 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Eregli (20.5 NM WSW), BARTIN (24.1 NM ENE), ALAPLI (24.3 NM SW), Çamalti (29 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Zonguldak Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Zonguldak 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 Zonguldak Lighthouse?+
Zonguldak 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 Zonguldak Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Zonguldak 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.