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Tanjung Lesung Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tanjung Lesung Lighthouse

A white, square pyramidal skeletal tower 21 meters high, topped with a lantern and gallery. The focal plane reaches 23 meters. It displays a white flash every four seconds (Fl W 4s) with a geographic range of 13.8 nautical miles. The site can be reached by boat, but the tower itself is not open to the public. It is located near Banten, 32.2 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This structure marks the Tanjung Lesung headland and is a main reference point for ships entering the western Java coast or sailing through the Sunda Strait.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
23m
Geographic Range
13.8NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
-6.4717°
Longitude
105.6658°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Banten(32.2 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1050.5
NGA No.
23334

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
21m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white

Structure: square pyramidal skeletal tower with lantern and gallery, painted white

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 Lesung Lighthouse at night?+
Tanjung Lesung 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 Lesung Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tanjung Lesung Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Anyer Kidul at 27.6 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Ciwandan (32.1 NM NNE), Banten (32.7 NM NNE), CIGADING (32.7 NM NNE), BAKAUHENI (36.6 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tanjung Lesung Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tanjung Lesung 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 Lesung Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tanjung Lesung 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.