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Tanjung Bugel Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tanjung Bugel Lighthouse

Also known as: Tanjung Bugel (Banyutowo)

The Tanjung Bugel Lighthouse is a 25-meter square skeletal steel tower painted white. It displays a white rectangular daymark panel and stands 31 meters above sea level. The lighthouse emits a white flash every four seconds. This structure, operational since its construction, guides vessels in the waters near Banyutowo. Site access is permitted, though the tower itself remains closed to the public. Its geographic range extends to 15.5 nautical miles.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides vessels navigating the waters around the northeastern corner of Java's northern peninsula and assists ships approaching or departing the pier in Banyutowo.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
31m
Geographic Range
15.5NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩Indonesia
Region
Central Java
Sea Region
northeastern corner of Java's northern peninsula, near the waterfront north of the pier in Banyutowo, Indonesia
Latitude
-6.4588°
Longitude
111.0499°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Semarang(46.7 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1144.1
NGA No.
23572.5

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
25m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white and carrying a white rectangular daymark panel
Material
steel

Structure: square skeletal tower painted white and carrying a white rectangular daymark panel

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 Tanjung Bugel Lighthouse at night?+
Tanjung Bugel 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 Tanjung Bugel Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tanjung Bugel Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Jepara at 25.2 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Semarang (47.7 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tanjung Bugel Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tanjung Bugel 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 Tanjung Bugel Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tanjung Bugel 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.