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Anping North Outer Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl W 2.5s🇹🇼Taiwan, TWOperational

Location & Light Range

About Anping North Outer Breakwater Lighthouse

This lighthouse features a green, 45.3-meter-tall tower with a focal height of 24 meters. It emits a white light that operates on an isophase cycle. The structure is situated on Taiwan.

Why it matters: The light provides a geographic range of 17 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 2.5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
2.5s
Raw Code
Iso
Focal Height
24m
Geographic Range
17NM

Location

City
Taiwan
Country
🇹🇼TW
Latitude
22.9626°
Longitude
120.1475°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
45.3m
Tower Color
green

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
P4629.24
NGA No.
13829
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Anping North Outer Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Anping North Outer Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl W 2.5s — 1 white flash every 2.5 seconds. 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.
Which ports and harbors does Anping North Outer Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Anping North Outer Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is An Ping at 1.5 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Tainan (2.6 NM NE), YUNG AN (9.5 NM SSE), Budai (24.4 NM N), Kaohsiung (24.6 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Anping North Outer Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Anping North Outer Breakwater 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 Anping North Outer Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Anping North Outer Breakwater Lighthouse is located within the Taiwan Strait — a major shipping corridor in East Asia connecting the East and South China Seas. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Anping North Outer Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Anping North Outer Breakwater 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.