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Gǔdǐngyǔ Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇨🇳Luoyuan County, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Gǔdǐngyǔ Lighthouse

Also known as: Gǔdǐngyǔ (Gǔdǐng Yǔ)

Gǔdǐngyǔ lighthouse stands on a small island at the western entrance to the strait leading into Luōyuán Bay. This hexagonal white concrete tower, measuring 9 meters in height, features a gallery. The light emits a single white flash every 4 seconds, with a focal height of 46 meters, providing a geographic range of 18.1 nautical miles. It is situated 4.4 kilometers from the nearest port, Luoyuan. The tower's construction material is concrete. The lighthouse is operational and serves as a navigational aid.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is indispensable for safe passage into and out of Luōyuán Bay, marking the western side of its narrow entrance strait. It provides a critical visual reference for ships, preventing groundings or collisions in a geographically challenging maritime approach.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
46m
Geographic Range
18.1NM

Location

City
Luoyuan County
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Fujian
Sea Region
An island at the western entrance to the narrow strait that is the mouth of Luōyuán Bay.
Latitude
26.4105°
Longitude
119.7650°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
hexagonal
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: hexagonal white concrete tower with gallery

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Luoyuan(4.4 km)
Admiralty No.
P3641.57.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Gǔdǐngyǔ Lighthouse at night?+
Gǔdǐngyǔ displays the characteristic Fl 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 Gǔdǐngyǔ Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Gǔdǐngyǔ Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is LUOYUAN at 5.9 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include LIAN JIANG (7.9 NM SE), Dongdaiwan (13.3 NM SW), MATSU (17.7 NM SSE), Qianyu (18.4 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Gǔdǐngyǔ Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Gǔdǐngyǔ 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 Gǔdǐngyǔ Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Gǔdǐngyǔ 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.