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Zovollo Lighthouse

Fl White 7s🇬🇷Municipality of Monemvasia, GROperational

Location & Light Range

About Zovollo Lighthouse

Also known as: Zovollo (Ákra Zóvollo)

Located on a headland about 7 kilometers west of Cape Maleas, near the Peloponnese peninsula's southeast boundary. The building consists of a square masonry foundation supporting a 4-meter round lantern, both finished in white. Its white light flashes once every 7 seconds. The light source is 13 meters above sea level, and it can be seen for 11.3 nautical miles. Visitors can access the site, but the tower remains closed. The closest harbor is Agia Pelagia, 9.4 kilometers distant.

Why it matters: This light serves as a navigation aid for ships in the vicinity of Cape Maleas, a location with significant maritime history. It warns vessels away from the headland, facilitating secure transit through this important sea lane.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 7s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
7s
Raw Code
Fl W 7s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Location

City
Municipality of Monemvasia
Country
🇬🇷Greece
Region
Peloponnese Region
Sea Region
Located on a promontory about 7 km west of Cape Maleas, near the southeastern tip of the Peleponnisos.
Latitude
36.4287°
Longitude
23.1309°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Agia pelagia(9.4 km)
ARLHS No.
GRE-182

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
masonry

Structure: A 4 m round lantern mounted on a square masonry base. The lantern is painted white.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Zovollo Lighthouse at night?+
Zovollo displays the characteristic Fl White 7s. 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 Zovollo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Zovollo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Neapolis at 5.9 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Vatika Bay (6.4 NM NW), Elafonissos Lakonias (8.7 NM NW), Agía Pelagía (9.4 NM SW), Diakofti Kythiron (10.1 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Zovollo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Zovollo 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 Zovollo Lighthouse?+
Zovollo 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 Zovollo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Zovollo 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.