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Tongyeong Lighthouse

Fl R 4s🇰🇷Tongyeong Area, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Tongyeong Lighthouse

This red, round concrete tower stands 34 meters tall in the Tongyeong Area. The lighthouse emits a single red flash every 4 seconds. Its light has a focal height of 13 meters above sea level. The structure provides a geographic range of 8 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl R 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl.R. period 4s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
8NM

Location

City
Tongyeong Area
Country
🇰🇷KR
Latitude
34.8417°
Longitude
128.4410°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
34m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: Red round concrete tower; 34

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M4325.9
NGA No.
16918
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tongyeong Lighthouse at night?+
Tongyeong displays the characteristic Fl R 4s — 1 red flash every 4 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. The red 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 1.2 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Junghwa (5.1 NM SW), Anjeong (6.2 NM N), Geoje (7 NM E), Gohyeon/Geoje (8.1 NM NE). 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.