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Matishan Lighthouse

Fl W 3s🇨🇳Southern Zhejiang (Wenzhou), CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Matishan Lighthouse

The Matishan Lighthouse is a white hexagonal concrete column featuring red bands, standing 36 meters tall. This structure is built from concrete. Its light emits a single white flash every 3 seconds. The lighthouse offers a geographic range of 7 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 3s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
7NM

Location

City
Southern Zhejiang (Wenzhou)
Country
🇨🇳CN
Latitude
28.0047°
Longitude
120.7909°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
36m
Tower Shape
hexagonal
Tower Color
white and red
Material
concrete

Structure: White hexagonal concrete column, red banded; 36

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
P3662.7
NGA No.
19066
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Matishan Lighthouse at night?+
Matishan displays the characteristic Fl W 3s — 1 white flash every 3 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 Matishan Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Matishan Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Wenzhou at 1.4 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Ruian (17.5 NM SSW), Yueqing (18.6 NM ENE), Zhuangyuanao (18.8 NM ESE), Damaiyu (19.6 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Matishan Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Matishan 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 Matishan Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Matishan 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.