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Lánshān Gǎng West Breakwater Lighthouse

Red🇨🇳Lanshan District, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Lánshān Gǎng West Breakwater Lighthouse

This concrete tower, standing 20 meters high with a focal plane of 24 meters, is situated on the main west breakwater of Lánshān Gǎng's southern basin in Shandong, China. The structure includes a lantern and gallery and emits a red light. It is located 2.4 kilometers from the nearest port of Lanshan. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 14.1 nautical miles and remains operational. The site and tower are not open to the public.

Why it matters: The lighthouse marks the extremity of the main west breakwater, guiding vessels into and out of the southern basin of Lánshān Gǎng and helping to prevent groundings or collisions.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Red
Light Color
Red
Focal Height
24m
Geographic Range
14.1NM

Location

City
Lanshan District
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Shandong
Sea Region
main west (really south) breakwater of the southern basin of Lánshān Gǎng, China
Latitude
35.0706°
Longitude
119.3825°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
20m
Material
concrete

Structure: concrete tower with lantern and gallery

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Lanshan(2.4 km)
Admiralty No.
P3806.47.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Lánshān Gǎng West Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Lánshān Gǎng West Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Lanshan Pt at 1.7 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Rizhao (18.9 NM NNE), Lianyungang (19.1 NM SSE), Dongjiakou (36.9 NM NNE), Dongjiangkou (37.2 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Lánshān Gǎng West Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Lánshān Gǎng West Breakwater 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 Lánshān Gǎng West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Lánshān Gǎng West Breakwater 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.