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Wèngyǔ Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇨🇳Fuzhou City, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Wèngyǔ Lighthouse

Also known as: Wèngyǔ (Wèng Yǔ, Yingsha, Urn Island)

The Wèngyǔ Lighthouse is an octagonal concrete tower standing 9 meters tall, painted white. Its focal height reaches 15 meters above sea level. This active light emits a single white flash every 4 seconds, visible for 11.9 nautical miles. The lighthouse is situated on a reef marking the north side of the Mǐnjiāng channel, approximately 6 kilometers southwest of Jīnpái Mén and downstream from a bridge. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for guiding vessels through the Mǐnjiāng channel and warning them of the reef it marks, thereby ensuring safe passage and supporting commerce.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
11.9NM

Location

City
Fuzhou City
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Fujian
Sea Region
A reef on the north side of the Mǐnjiāng channel, downstream from a bridge and approximately 6 km southwest of Jīnpái Mén.
Latitude
26.1076°
Longitude
119.5405°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Fuzhou(6.7 km)
Admiralty No.
P3635.67.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: octagonal white concrete tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Wèngyǔ Lighthouse at night?+
Wèngyǔ displays the characteristic Fl White 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Wèngyǔ Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Wèngyǔ Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Taijiang at 2.6 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Qianyu (5.7 NM NNW), FUZHOU (8.6 NM SW), Dongdaiwan (8.6 NM NNE), Mawei Pt (8.9 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Wèngyǔ Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Wèngyǔ 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 Wèngyǔ Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Wèngyǔ 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.