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Quất Lâm Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇻🇳VNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Quất Lâm Lighthouse

This concrete, cylindrical lighthouse stands 22 meters tall, with its light positioned 26 meters above sea level. The tower is painted with red and buff horizontal bands and features a lantern and gallery. It rises from or is adjacent to a 1-story station building. The light emits a single white flash every 4 seconds, visible for 14.5 nautical miles. The lighthouse is located near Haiphong, approximately 46 kilometers away, and serves the fishing port of Quất Lâm.

Why it matters: The lighthouse guides fishing vessels navigating the waters around Quất Lâm port, assisting their safe approach and departure, particularly during periods of poor visibility or at night.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
26m
Geographic Range
14.5NM

Location

Country
🇻🇳VN
Latitude
20.1829°
Longitude
106.3590°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
22m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
gray
Material
concrete

Structure: hexagonal cylindrical with lantern and gallery, painted with red and buff horizontal bands, rising from or adjacent to a 1-story station building

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Haiphong(46.0 km)
Admiralty No.
F3229
NGA No.
20272.8
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Quất Lâm Lighthouse at night?+
Quất Lâm displays the characteristic Fl White 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Quất Lâm Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Quất Lâm Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Nam Dinh at 17.3 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Nghe Tinh (17.6 NM NW), Vat Cach (44.2 NM NNE), Cua Cam Terminal (44.9 NM NNE), Doan Xa Terminal (44.9 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Quất Lâm Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Quất Lâm 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 Quất Lâm Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Quất Lâm 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.