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Qīngdǎo International Sailing Ship Center (Olympic Sailing Center Lighthouse

Fl White 8s🇨🇳Shinan District, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Qīngdǎo International Sailing Ship Center (Olympic Sailing Center Lighthouse

A white, cylindrical concrete tower stands 21 meters tall at the end of the outer breakwater pier for the Qīngdǎo Olympic Marina. Built in 2006, it features a black lantern dome and emits a white flash every 8 seconds. Its focal height reaches 22 meters, providing a geographic range of 13.6 nautical miles. The lighthouse is privately maintained and floodlit at night, enhancing its visibility. Visitors can access the pier, though the tower itself is closed to the public. This structure is located on the south side of Qīngdǎo in the Shinan District.

Why it matters: This lighthouse served as a navigational aid during the 2008 Olympic Games sailing competitions, held at the Qīngdǎo Olympic Marina, a significant international venue.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 8s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Fl W 8s
Focal Height
22m
Geographic Range
13.6NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2006

Significant events: site of 2008 Olympics sailing competitions

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
21m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with black lantern dome
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Shinan District
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Shandong
Sea Region
end of the outer breakwater pier of the Qīngdǎo Olympic Marina, on the south (ocean) side of Qīngdǎo
Latitude
36.0525°
Longitude
120.3828°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Qingdao(3.9 km)
Admiralty No.
P3826.5
NGA No.
18687
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Qīngdǎo International Sailing Ship Center (Olympic Sailing Center Lighthouse at night?+
Qīngdǎo International Sailing Ship Center (Olympic Sailing Center displays the characteristic Fl White 8s. 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Qīngdǎo International Sailing Ship Center (Olympic Sailing Center Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Qīngdǎo International Sailing Ship Center (Olympic Sailing Center Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Qingdao Pt at 3.1 NM to the W. Other ports served include Qingdao (3.2 NM W), Tsingtao (5.6 NM NW), Xuejiadao (5.8 NM WSW), Qianwan (8.1 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Qīngdǎo International Sailing Ship Center (Olympic Sailing Center Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Qīngdǎo International Sailing Ship Center (Olympic Sailing Center 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 International Sailing Ship Center (Olympic Sailing Center Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Qīngdǎo International Sailing Ship Center (Olympic Sailing Center 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.