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Đà Nẵng Dique Oblique Lighthouse

Fl Red 3s🇻🇳VNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Đà Nẵng Dique Oblique Lighthouse

The Đà Nẵng Dique Oblique is a 6-meter tall cylindrical concrete tower located on the breakwater of Da Nang Port. It features red and white horizontal bands and stands 15 meters above sea level. This structure exhibits a red flashing light that flashes once every 3 seconds, visible for 4 nautical miles. The site surrounding the lighthouse is open to visitors, though the tower itself is not accessible. It is situated approximately 1.1 kilometers from the nearest port.

Why it matters: This lighthouse specifically marks the entrance to Da Nang Port, a critical gateway for maritime trade and transport along Vietnam's central coast, directly aiding ships navigating the Hàn River estuary.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl R 3s
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
4NM

Location

Country
🇻🇳VN
Latitude
16.0926°
Longitude
108.2240°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Da Nang(1.1 km)
Admiralty No.
F3211
NGA No.
20316

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower painted with red and white horizontal bands

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Đà Nẵng Dique Oblique Lighthouse at night?+
Đà Nẵng Dique Oblique displays the characteristic Fl Red 3s. 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 Đà Nẵng Dique Oblique Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Đà Nẵng Dique Oblique Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Da Nang at 0.7 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Hai Son (0.7 NM NE), Tien Sa Terminal (2 NM NW), Nguyen Van Troi Port (2.6 NM S), Song Han 9 (2.6 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Đà Nẵng Dique Oblique Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Đà Nẵng Dique Oblique 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 Đà Nẵng Dique Oblique Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Đà Nẵng Dique Oblique 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.