Name and Location

The Mavros Limnionas Lighthouse is located in Chora Sfakion, Greece (35.1988664° N, 24.1363244° E) on the western mole of the entrance to Sfakia Port.

Construction and History

The exact date of construction for the Mavros Limnionas Lighthouse is unknown, but it is believed to have been built in the early 20th century. Its appearance on a US NGA publication from 2011 confirms this estimate.

Architecture and Materials

No information available.

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse has a height of approximately 7 meters and features a green light that flashes every 3 seconds with a range of 3 nautical miles. The light sequence is described as "0.3+(2.7)" in the official documentation.

Accessibility and Visiting

The current status of the lighthouse's operation is unknown, but it is believed to be automated. The lighthouse is not open to the public for visits.

Notable Views and Landscape

The view from the Mavros Limnionas Lighthouse likely offers a stunning panorama of the Mediterranean Sea, with Sfakia Port and its surrounding landscape visible to the east.

Anecdotes and Folklore

No local folklore or unique anecdotes are available for this lighthouse.

Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse appears on nautical charts as a minor landmark for navigation purposes. Its exact operational status is unknown.

Further Information

For those interested in visiting the surrounding area, Sfakia Port offers scenic views, beaches, and water activities._