Name and Location

The Lighthouse, also known as "Leuchtturm", is a coastal light tower situated on the northeastern shore of the island of Limnos (Lemnos), in the Municipality of Moudros, North Aegean Region, Greece. The address is 2CPW+26 Moudros, Limnos 814 01, Greece.

2. Construction and History

The exact date of construction and architect of the Lighthouse are currently unknown. It is typical for Greek coastal lights in the region to have been erected in the late 19th or early 20th century under either Ottoman or early Greek administration. There is speculation that it may have been modernized or rebuilt during the mid-20th century to update its lighting apparatus.

3. Architecture and Materials

The Lighthouse has a tower form, possibly cylindrical or conical, with an exterior likely coated in white paint with contrasting trim, which is standard for sea-coast lighthouses in Greece. It is constructed of masonry or reinforced concrete.

4. Light and Navigation

Unfortunately, the height, focal plane, light range, and characteristic of the Lighthouse are not officially recorded. Automation is presumed, as direct staffing is unlikely for a minor aid to navigation today. There are no publicly known AIS or radar installations co-located with the lighthouse.

5. Accessibility and Visiting

The Lighthouse appears closed to the public; climbing or interior visits are not permitted. It can be reached via local road "Odos Χωρίς Ονομασία" off the coastal route near Moudros port, but minimal parking is available. There are no formal visitor facilities.

6. Notable Views and Landscape

The Lighthouse stands on a low promontory on the eastern side of Moudros Bay, surrounded by typical Aegean scrubland and olive groves. The shoreline features small pebble beaches and shallow waters used by local fishermen. Visitors can enjoy coastal driving, birdwatching (migratory species pass through Limnos), or exploring WW I heritage sites in Moudros Bay.

7. Anecdotes and Folklore

The Lighthouse marks and guides vessels navigating the approaches to Moudros Bay, which has historic significance as an Allied fleet anchorage during the Gallipoli campaign of World War I (1915). Nearby are cemeteries and memorials scattered around the bay area.

8. Technical and Operational Details

The Lighthouse is presumed active, serving as an official maritime navigational aid under the Hellenic Navy Hydrographic Service or the port authority of Limnos. The managing authority is likely the Hellenic Navy Hydrographic Service (Υδρογραφική Υπηρεσία Ναυτικού).

9. Further Information

For general context on Greek lighthouses, see "Lighthouses in Greece". Additional information can be found through the Hellenic Navy Hydrographic Service publications (light list volumes), local tourism offices, OpenStreetMap data, and Google Maps Plus Code: 8GG7 2CPW+26.