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Molundae Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 5s🇰🇷Busan, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Molundae Lighthouse

Also known as: Molundae (Morundo)

A cylindrical concrete tower, 15 meters in height, was constructed in 2007 and first illuminated that same year. The structure, located on a skerry 5.4 kilometers from Busan, South Korea, is painted black with a wide red stripe encircling it horizontally. Its light characteristic is a white flash repeating every 5 seconds, with a geographic range of 12.2 nautical miles. This reference point is situated southwest of the Dadaepo harbor entrance.

Why it matters: Molundae Lighthouse serves as a navigation aid for vessels approaching or departing the Dadaepo harbor.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
12.2NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2007

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Busan(5.4 km)
Admiralty No.
M4354.3.
NGA No.
16772.1

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
black with a broad red horizontal band
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower, painted black with a broad red horizontal band

Location

City
Busan
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Sea Region
skerry southwest of the Dadaepo harbor entrance
Latitude
35.0353°
Longitude
128.9748°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Molundae Lighthouse at night?+
Molundae displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 5s — 2 white flashes every 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Molundae Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Molundae Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Gamcheon/Busan at 3.1 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Busan (5 NM NE), Busanjin-Gu (7.8 NM NNE), Busan New Port (8.8 NM WNW), South Busan (9.1 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Molundae Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Molundae 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 Molundae Lighthouse?+
Molundae 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 Molundae Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Molundae 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.