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Taichung North Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl W 2s🇹🇼Taiwan, TWOperational

Location & Light Range

About Taichung North Breakwater Lighthouse

This green, round concrete tower stands 21.9 meters tall with a focal height of 21 meters. It was built and first lit in 2023. The structure is equipped with a RACON emitting Morse code for M, operating on 3 and 10 cm bands. Its light emits a single white flash. The lighthouse is located on the Taichung North Breakwater, which extends approximately 2.5 kilometers into the Taiwan Strait.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 2s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
2s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
21m
Geographic Range
17.5NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2023

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
P4660.4
NGA No.
13900
ARLHS No.
TAI-026
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
21.9m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
green
Material
concrete

Structure: Green round concrete tower; 59. RACON M(– –) 15 (3 & 10 cm)

Location

City
Taiwan
Country
🇹🇼TW
Latitude
24.2996°
Longitude
120.4864°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Taichung North Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Taichung North Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl W 2s — 1 white flash every 2 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.
Which ports and harbors does Taichung North Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Taichung North Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Taichung at 2.9 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Nantou (26.3 NM SSE), Mai-liao (34.8 NM SSW), Mai-Liai (35.5 NM SSW), Hukou (47.4 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Taichung North Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Taichung North Breakwater 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 Taichung North Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Taichung North Breakwater Lighthouse is located within the Taiwan Strait — a major shipping corridor in East Asia connecting the East and South China Seas. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Taichung North Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Taichung North Breakwater 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.