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Pegel Ley Lighthouse

Fl Yellow 4s🇩🇪DEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Pegel Ley Lighthouse

Pegel Ley is a round tower, painted yellow with a black base, standing 15 meters above sea level. It supports a large octagonal structure. The light is yellow with a characteristic of 4 seconds (Fl Y 4s), and it can be seen up to 11.9 nautical miles away. The site is accessible, but the tower is not open for visits. Greetsiel, the closest port, is 3.6 kilometers distant.

Why it matters: This navigation aid marks the entrance to the waters near Greetsiel, providing a reference point for ships.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Yellow 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Yellow
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl Y 4s
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
11.9NM

Location

Country
🇩🇪Germany
Region
Lower Saxony
Sea Region
Located about 5 km north of the Pilsum lighthouse.
Latitude
53.5492°
Longitude
7.0356°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Greetsiel(3.6 km)
Admiralty No.
B1045.
NGA No.
320940

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
yellow with a black base

Structure: A round tower supporting a large octagonal structure, painted yellow with a black base.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pegel Ley Lighthouse at night?+
Pegel Ley displays the characteristic Fl Yellow 4s. 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 yellow color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Pegel Ley Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pegel Ley Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Greetsiel at 3.6 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Norddeich (6.3 NM NE), Memmert (7 NM NW), Juist (7.6 NM NNW), Eemshaven (9.3 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pegel Ley Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pegel Ley 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 Pegel Ley Lighthouse?+
Pegel Ley Lighthouse is located within the English Channel / North Sea corridor — one of the world's busiest maritime corridors connecting the Atlantic to Northern European ports. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Pegel Ley Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pegel Ley 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.