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Bitung City: Pulau Lembeh Lighthouses Lighthouse

L White 6s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Bitung City: Pulau Lembeh Lighthouses Lighthouse

A white, 10.06-meter post structure with a gallery is situated on Pulau Lembeh. Its light is positioned at a focal height of 35 meters. The light characteristic is a single white flash every 6 seconds (L W 6s), with a known range of 16.2 nautical miles. This marker is located approximately 8.3 kilometers from Bitung.

Why it matters: This navigation aid marks the Lembeh Strait for maritime traffic, connecting Pulau Lembeh to Bitung.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
L White 6s
Flash Type
L
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
L W 6s
Focal Height
35m
Geographic Range
16.2NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Sea Region
Lembeh Strait, northwestern end of Pulau Lembeh, Indonesia
Latitude
1.5444°
Longitude
125.2862°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10.06m
Tower Shape
post
Tower Color
white

Structure: An approximately 10-meter white post with a gallery, likely serving as a beacon.

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Bitung(8.3 km)
Admiralty No.
F2079.57
NGA No.
25157
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Bitung City: Pulau Lembeh Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Bitung City: Pulau Lembeh Lighthouses displays the characteristic L White 6s. 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 Bitung City: Pulau Lembeh Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bitung City: Pulau Lembeh Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Bitung, Sulawesi at 8.7 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Manado (27.2 NM W), Amurang (48 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bitung City: Pulau Lembeh Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bitung City: Pulau Lembeh Lighthouses 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.
How can I track vessels near Bitung City: Pulau Lembeh Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bitung City: Pulau Lembeh Lighthouses 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.