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Longwan Paotai Lighthouse

Fl (4) W 10s🇨🇳Southern Zhejiang (Wenzhou), CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Longwan Paotai Lighthouse

This white, round concrete tower stands 20 meters tall. Its light emits four white flashes in a 10-second cycle. A 3-centimeter RACON is also part of the structure. The focal height of the light is 13 meters, providing a geographic range of 8 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (4) W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
4 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl.(4)W. period 10s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
8NM

Location

City
Southern Zhejiang (Wenzhou)
Country
🇨🇳CN
Latitude
27.9720°
Longitude
120.8033°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
20m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: White round concrete structure; 20. RACON Y(– • – –) (3 cm)

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
P3662.6
NGA No.
19052
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Longwan Paotai Lighthouse at night?+
Longwan Paotai displays the characteristic Fl (4) W 10s — 4 white flashes every 10 seconds. 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 Longwan Paotai Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Longwan Paotai Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Wenzhou at 0.7 NM to the N. Other ports served include Ruian (16.1 NM SSW), Zhuangyuanao (17.5 NM ESE), Yueqing (19.1 NM NE), Damaiyu (19.6 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Longwan Paotai Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Longwan Paotai 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 Longwan Paotai Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Longwan Paotai 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.