Name and Location

The Nisis Loutron Lighthouse is located in Sfakia, Chania, Greece (coordinates: 35.1966323° N, 24.0831304° E).

Construction and History

The exact date of construction of the Nisis Loutron Lighthouse is unknown, but it is believed to have been built during the 19th century, possibly in the mid-1800s.

Architecture and Materials

The structure's architecture is characterized by a simple, cylindrical design with a height of approximately 17 meters (56 feet).

Light and Navigation

According to official records, the lighthouse emits a white light with an intensity that can be seen for up to 6 nautical miles (11 kilometers) away. The light characteristic is listed as LFl (L - long flash every 10 seconds), with a period of 10 minutes and a range of approximately 6 miles.

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors can reach the Nisis Loutron Lighthouse via a hike through Sfakia's rugged terrain. However, please note that accessibility and information availability may be limited due to its remote location. The lighthouse is not currently open to the public for guided tours.

Notable Views and Landscape

From the vantage point of the lighthouse, visitors can enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape, including the rugged mountains and turquoise waters of the Aegean Sea.

Anecdotes and Folklore

Unfortunately, there are no local folklore or unique anecdotes available for this specific lighthouse.

Technical and Operational Details

As of the available information, the lighthouse's operational status is unclear. It is possible that the structure has been automated or decommissioned, although no specific details are provided.

Further Information

For further information on the Nisis Loutron Lighthouse, please consult the US National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) publication Pub. 113 (2011-10-20).