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Qīngdǎo Hǎijiàn Mǎtóu Lighthouse

Fl Green 4s🇨🇳Shinan District, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Qīngdǎo Hǎijiàn Mǎtóu Lighthouse

Also known as: Qīngdǎo Hǎijiàn Mǎtóu (HSA Pier, Friendship Pier) (Tuándǎo Wan)

The Qīngdǎo Hǎijiàn Mǎtóu lighthouse is a 14-meter cylindrical tower constructed of fiberglass. It displays green and white horizontal bands. The light emits a single green flash every four seconds and has a geographic range of 12.7 nautical miles. This structure stands on a pier located between the Xiǎoqīngdǎo and Tuándǎo lighthouses. The site is open to visitors, though the tower itself is closed. It is situated in the Shinan District of Qingdao, Shandong, China.

Why it matters: This lighthouse aids navigation for vessels approaching the Qianwan port, 2.6 kilometers away, and helps define safe passage in the busy coastal waters of Qingdao.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl G 4s
Focal Height
17.9832m
Geographic Range
12.7NM

Location

City
Shinan District
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Shandong
Sea Region
end of a pier about halfway between the Xiǎoqīngdǎo and Tuándǎo lighthouses
Latitude
36.0506°
Longitude
120.2996°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Qianwan(2.6 km)
Admiralty No.
P3827
NGA No.
18690

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
green and white horizontal bands
Material
fiberglass

Structure: round fiberglass tower colored with green and white horizontal bands

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Qīngdǎo Hǎijiàn Mǎtóu Lighthouse at night?+
Qīngdǎo Hǎijiàn Mǎtóu displays the characteristic Fl Green 4s. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Qīngdǎo Hǎijiàn Mǎtóu Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Qīngdǎo Hǎijiàn Mǎtóu Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Qingdao at 0.8 NM to the E. Other ports served include Qingdao Pt (1.1 NM ENE), Xuejiadao (1.9 NM WSW), Qianwan (4 NM W), Tsingtao (4 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Qīngdǎo Hǎijiàn Mǎtóu Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Qīngdǎo Hǎijiàn Mǎtóu 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 Qīngdǎo Hǎijiàn Mǎtóu Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Qīngdǎo Hǎijiàn Mǎtóu 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.