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Beiding Lighthouse

Fl (2) W 10s🇨🇳Matsu and Kinmen, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Beiding Lighthouse

The Beiding Lighthouse is a white, round masonry tower measuring 56 meters in height with a focal plane of 36 meters. Its light produces two white flashes every 10 seconds, visible for 11 nautical miles. The structure also incorporates a fog gun, which fires a single report in response to a vessel's fog signal. This lighthouse is located near Matsu and Kinmen.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)W. period 10s
Focal Height
36m
Geographic Range
11NM

Location

City
Matsu and Kinmen
Country
🇨🇳CN
Latitude
24.4272°
Longitude
118.5045°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
56m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white
Material
masonry

Structure: White round masonry tower; 56. Gun: 1 report in answer to vessel's fog signal, 2

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
P3620
NGA No.
19176
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Beiding Lighthouse at night?+
Beiding displays the characteristic Fl (2) W 10s — 2 white flashes every 10 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.
Which ports and harbors does Beiding Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Beiding Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is WEITOU at 6.3 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Weitou (8.2 NM NE), KINMEN (11.7 NM W), Dadeng I. (12.1 NM WNW), Shenhu (14.4 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Beiding Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Beiding 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 Beiding Lighthouse?+
Beiding Lighthouse is located within the Taiwan Strait — a major shipping corridor in East Asia connecting the East and South China Seas. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Beiding Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Beiding 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.