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Sowolmido Lighthouse

Fl Green 5s🇰🇷Incheon, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Sowolmido Lighthouse

Also known as: Sowolmido (Incheon South Breakwater Elbow)

This white, cylindrical concrete tower stands 15 meters tall. It emits a green light that flashes once every 5 seconds. The lighthouse is situated on the Solwolmido south breakwater in Incheon, South Korea. Its lantern and gallery are part of the round concrete structure. The light's focal plane is 20 meters above sea level, offering a geographic range of 13.2 nautical miles.

Why it matters: The Sowolmido lighthouse is essential for safely navigating the Solwolmido south breakwater, clearly marking a significant bend in its structure.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl G 5s
Focal Height
20m
Geographic Range
13.2NM

Location

City
Incheon
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Sea Region
Solwolmido south breakwater, South Korea
Latitude
37.4577°
Longitude
126.5965°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower with lantern and gallery

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Incheon(4.1 km)
Admiralty No.
M4173.4
NGA No.
17967
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sowolmido Lighthouse at night?+
Sowolmido displays the characteristic Fl Green 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Sowolmido Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sowolmido Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Gyeongin at 4.5 NM to the N. Other ports served include Incheon (4.7 NM WSW), BUCHEON (7.7 NM ENE), Seoul (16.4 NM ENE), DANGJIN (24.1 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sowolmido Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sowolmido 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 Sowolmido Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sowolmido 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.