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Kōngtóngdǎo Lighthouse

Fl🇨🇳Zhifu District, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kōngtóngdǎo Lighthouse

Also known as: Kōngtóngdǎo (Kongtong dǎo, Kungtungtao, Chefoo, Luson)

The original Kōngtóngdǎo Lighthouse, constructed in 1867, featured a round stone tower with red and white horizontal bands. This structure served near the port of Zhīfú (Chefoo). During World War II, the lighthouse sustained heavy damage, leading to its deactivation. The original tower's lowest story endures, now capped by a narrower concrete structure housing communications equipment. The lighthouse exhibits a white flash every 15 seconds, visible for 22.4 nautical miles from a focal height of 78 meters. The site is accessible to visitors, though the tower remains closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse aided navigation for the port of Zhīfú.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl
Flash Type
Flashing
Raw Code
Fl W 15s
Focal Height
78m
Light Range
20NM (37.0 km)
Geographic Range
22.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1867

Significant events: heavily damaged during World War II

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands
Material
stone

Structure: The original Kōngtóngdǎo lighthouse was a round stone tower with lantern and gallery, painted with red and white horizontal bands. Today, the lowest story of the original lighthouse survives, topped by a much narrower round concrete tower carrying communications gear.

Location

City
Zhifu District
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Shandong
Sea Region
about 75 m west of the new lighthouse, near Chefoo (Zhīfú) port
Latitude
37.5624°
Longitude
121.5148°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Yantai(14.5 km)
Admiralty No.
P3878
NGA No.
112-18596
Wikidata
Q115046408 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Kōngtóngdǎo Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 78 meters and a nominal range of 20 nautical miles (approximately 37.0 km), Kōngtóngdǎo 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 Kōngtóngdǎo Lighthouse at night?+
Kōngtóngdǎo displays the characteristic Fl. 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 Kōngtóngdǎo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kōngtóngdǎo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Yantai Pt at 5 NM to the W. Other ports served include Yantai (8.5 NM SW), Longmen (8.7 NM SSE), Yantai (14.5 NM WNW), Weihai Dashuipo Apt (28.1 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kōngtóngdǎo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kōngtóngdǎo 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 Kōngtóngdǎo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kōngtóngdǎo 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.