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Zonguldak Province Lighthouses Lighthouse

Fl Red 3s🇹🇷TROperational

Location & Light Range

About Zonguldak Province Lighthouses Lighthouse

A concrete, cylindrical tower, 5 meters in height, stands on the north breakwater at Karadeniz Ereğli. Built in 2019, this lighthouse displays a white exterior with a single narrow red horizontal band. Its focal height reaches 9 meters above sea level. The structure emits a red light that flashes once every three seconds, providing a geographic range of 10 nautical miles. It is situated 0.4 kilometers from the nearest port.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for the safe passage of vessels entering and exiting the port of Karadeniz Ereğli, specifically marking the northern extent of its protective breakwater. Its distinct red flash helps prevent groundings or collisions with the structure, ensuring smooth maritime traffic in this active Black Sea harbor.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl R 3s
Focal Height
9m
Geographic Range
10NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2019

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Eregli (Erdemir)(0.4 km)
Admiralty No.
N5827
NGA No.
19640
ARLHS No.
TUR-044

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a narrow red horizontal band
Material
concrete

Structure: round barbell-shaped tower painted white with a narrow red horizontal band

Location

Country
🇹🇷Turkey
Region
Zonguldak
Sea Region
Located on the north breakwater at Karadeniz Ereğli.
Latitude
41.2803°
Longitude
31.4010°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Zonguldak Province Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Zonguldak Province Lighthouses displays the characteristic Fl Red 3s. 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Zonguldak Province Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Zonguldak Province Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Eregli at 0.5 NM to the SE. Other ports served include ALAPLI (5.2 NM S), Zonguldak (20.2 NM ENE), Karasu (30.7 NM WSW), Port of Karasu (34 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Zonguldak Province Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Zonguldak Province 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 Zonguldak Province Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
Zonguldak Province 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 Zonguldak Province Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Zonguldak Province 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.