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Teluk Penyu Lighthouse

L White 4s🇮🇩Kelurahan Tegalkamulyan, Cilacap, IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Teluk Penyu Lighthouse

Also known as: Teluk Penyu (Cilacap Fishing Harbor)

The Teluk Penyu lighthouse stands as a square pyramidal skeletal tower constructed of steel. Reaching a height of 15 meters, its focal plane is situated at 17 meters above sea level. This white tower displays a white light that flashes once every 4 seconds, providing a geographic range of 12.4 nautical miles. It is located in Kelurahan Tegalkamulyan, Cilacap, marking the entrance to Cilacap's fishing harbor which opens directly onto Teluk Penyu. The site is accessible to the public, though climbing the tower is not permitted.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for fishing vessels and other maritime traffic entering or leaving Cilacap's harbor, assisting safe navigation at the entrance to Teluk Penyu.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
L White 4s
Flash Type
L
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
L W 4s
Focal Height
17m
Geographic Range
12.4NM

Location

City
Kelurahan Tegalkamulyan, Cilacap
Country
🇮🇩Indonesia
Region
Central Java
Sea Region
Cilacap's fishing harbor, opening directly on Teluk Penyu, Indonesia
Latitude
-7.7246°
Longitude
109.0229°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Cilacap (Tjilatjap)(1.6 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1267
NGA No.
23823
ARLHS No.
IDO-085

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
steel

Structure: square pyramidal skeletal tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Teluk Penyu Lighthouse at night?+
Teluk Penyu displays the characteristic L 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 Teluk Penyu Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Teluk Penyu Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Cilacap (Tjilatjap) at 1.6 NM to the W. Other ports served include Arun (39 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Teluk Penyu Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Teluk Penyu 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 Teluk Penyu Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Teluk Penyu 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.