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Cheongsapo (Chongsapo, Haeundae) East Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Red 5s🇰🇷Busan, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Cheongsapo (Chongsapo, Haeundae) East Breakwater Lighthouse

This cylindrical concrete tower, standing 17 meters tall, was constructed in 2008. It is painted red and features a focal height of 19 meters. The lighthouse emits a red light with a characteristic of one flash every five seconds. Located at the end of the east breakwater in Busan, South Korea, it guides vessels with a geographic range of 12.9 nautical miles. The site is accessible to the public, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse serves as a critical marker for local fishing boats, aiding their safe passage into and out of the Cheongsapo harbor by clearly defining the channel.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl R 5s
Focal Height
19m
Geographic Range
12.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2008

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
17m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower, probably with lantern and gallery, painted red

Location

City
Busan
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Latitude
35.1593°
Longitude
129.1916°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Busan(7.9 km)
Admiralty No.
M4375.52
NGA No.
16724.22
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cheongsapo (Chongsapo, Haeundae) East Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Cheongsapo (Chongsapo, Haeundae) East Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl Red 5s. 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Cheongsapo (Chongsapo, Haeundae) East Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cheongsapo (Chongsapo, Haeundae) East Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is South Busan at 5 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Busanjin-Gu (7 NM W), Busan (8.4 NM WSW), Gamcheon/Busan (10.5 NM WSW), Onsan/Ulsan (18.7 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cheongsapo (Chongsapo, Haeundae) East Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cheongsapo (Chongsapo, Haeundae) East 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 Cheongsapo (Chongsapo, Haeundae) East Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Cheongsapo (Chongsapo, Haeundae) East Breakwater Lighthouse is located within the Japan / Korea shipping lane — a busy shipping corridor linking the major ports of Japan and South Korea. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Cheongsapo (Chongsapo, Haeundae) East Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cheongsapo (Chongsapo, Haeundae) East 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.