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Jìngzǐtóu Lighthouse

Fl White 15s🇨🇳Huancui District, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Jìngzǐtóu Lighthouse

Also known as: Jìngzǐtóu (Jingzi Tou, Ching-tsu t'ou)

A white cylindrical concrete tower with a black lantern stands 8 meters tall, topped by a gallery. This structure, built in 1975, replaced an earlier skeletal tower established in 1953. The lighthouse is situated on a narrow promontory projecting northward into the sea, approximately 5.2 km from Weihai. Its light emits a white flash every 15 seconds from a focal height of 92 meters, visible for 24 nautical miles. The station itself is located in the Huancui District of Shandong province.

Why it matters: The lighthouse marks the Jìngzǐtóu promontory, a significant hazard for vessels navigating coastal waters north of Weihai.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl W 15s
Focal Height
92m
Light Range
25NM (46.3 km)
Geographic Range
24NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1975
First Lit
1953

Significant events: station established 1953, original lighthouse was a skeletal tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Weihai(5.2 km)
Admiralty No.
P3876
NGA No.
18600
Wikidata
Q115046405 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with black lantern
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Huancui District
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Shandong
Sea Region
a sharp, narrow promontory projecting northward into the sea about 8 km north of Wēihǎi
Latitude
37.5612°
Longitude
122.1201°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Jìngzǐtóu Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 92 meters and a nominal range of 25 nautical miles (approximately 46.3 km), Jìngzǐtóu is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. Lights of this range are typically used as landfall lights by vessels approaching from the open sea.
How do mariners identify Jìngzǐtóu Lighthouse at night?+
Jìngzǐtóu displays the characteristic Fl White 15s. 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 Jìngzǐtóu Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Jìngzǐtóu Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Weihai Dashuipo Apt at 3.8 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Weihai Pt (4.3 NM SSE), Weihai (6.8 NM SE), Longmen (25.9 NM WSW), Longyan (25.9 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Jìngzǐtóu Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Jìngzǐtóu 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 Jìngzǐtóu Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Jìngzǐtóu 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.