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Wollae-ri South Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Green 5s🇰🇷Busan, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Wollae-ri South Breakwater Lighthouse

Also known as: Wolnae-ri

This white, cylindrical concrete tower stands 10 meters tall on the south breakwater, extending into the sea. Its stairway is located at the base. The light source is positioned 11 meters above sea level and emits a green flash every 5 seconds. This structure marks the entrance to a local harbor. While the site is open for visitors, the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is significant for assisting local fishing boats and smaller vessels entering and exiting the harbor protected by the Wollae-ri breakwater.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl G 5s
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Location

City
Busan
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
Gijang-gun
Latitude
35.3247°
Longitude
129.2788°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Ulsan(12.5 km)
Admiralty No.
M4377.6
NGA No.
16714

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical white concrete tower with a stairway at the base

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Wollae-ri South Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Wollae-ri South Breakwater 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 Wollae-ri South Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Wollae-ri South Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Onsan/Ulsan at 7.9 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Ulsan (12.3 NM NNE), Mipo/Ulsan (13.8 NM NNE), Busanjin-Gu (15.4 NM SW), South Busan (15.8 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Wollae-ri South Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Wollae-ri South Breakwater 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 Wollae-ri South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Wollae-ri South Breakwater 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 Wollae-ri South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Wollae-ri South Breakwater 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.