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Guāliánshān Bei Lighthouse

Fl White 6s🇨🇳Dinghai District, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Guāliánshān Bei Lighthouse

Guāliánshān Bei is a concrete tower standing 7.5 meters tall, painted with black and white horizontal bands. It is situated on an islet north of Guāliánshāndǎo, with a focal height of 11.5 meters. The lighthouse emits a single white flash every 6 seconds, visible for 10.9 nautical miles. Its location is approximately 15.5 kilometers from the nearest port of Ningbo. This structure serves as an active aid to navigation in the Zhejiang region.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks an islet off the north side of Guāliánshāndǎo, assisting mariners in navigating the coastal waters and preventing potential hazards.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
11.5m
Geographic Range
10.9NM

Location

City
Dinghai District
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Zhejiang
Sea Region
an islet off the north side of Guāliánshāndǎo
Latitude
30.2009°
Longitude
121.9426°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with black and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower, painted with black and white horizontal bands

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Ningbo(15.5 km)
Admiralty No.
P3716.445.
NGA No.
CN-2338.01
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Guāliánshān Bei Lighthouse at night?+
Guāliánshān Bei displays the characteristic Fl White 6s. 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 Guāliánshān Bei Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Guāliánshān Bei Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Majistan/Zhoushan at 13.8 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Ningbo (15.5 NM SSW), Beilun (16.4 NM S), Ningbo Pt (17.1 NM SSW), Daxie Pt (19.1 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Guāliánshān Bei Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Guāliánshān Bei 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 Guāliánshān Bei Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Guāliánshān Bei 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.