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Tongyeong Lighthouse

Fl Green 5s🇰🇷Tongyeong-si, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Tongyeong Lighthouse

Also known as: Tongyeong (Chungmu) Approach (Jinhaeseo)

This active lighthouse stands 11 meters tall with a focal height of 15 meters. It features a green, cylindrical concrete tower, 11 meters high, with a gallery. The structure is described as a round hourglass-shaped concrete tower painted green. Its light emits a single green flash every 5 seconds, with a geographic range of 11.9 nautical miles. Located near the Tongyeong port, it is 0.8 kilometers away.

Why it matters: Its green flash provides distinct guidance in the complex archipelago near Tongyeong, assisting local fishing fleets and passenger ferries navigating numerous small islands and narrow passages.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl G 5s
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
11.9NM

Location

City
Tongyeong-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Gyeongsang
Latitude
34.8443°
Longitude
128.4429°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
green
Material
concrete

Structure: round hourglass-shaped concrete tower with gallery, painted green

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Tongyeong(0.8 km)
Admiralty No.
M4326.3
NGA No.
16929
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tongyeong Lighthouse at night?+
Tongyeong 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 Tongyeong Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tongyeong Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Tongyeong at 1.3 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Junghwa (5.2 NM SW), Anjeong (6 NM N), Geoje (6.9 NM E), Gohyeon/Geoje (7.9 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tongyeong Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tongyeong 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 Tongyeong Lighthouse?+
Tongyeong Lighthouse is located within the Japan / Korea shipping lane — a busy shipping corridor linking the major ports of Japan and South Korea. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Tongyeong Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tongyeong 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.