Get the MarineRadar appSatellite AISSatellite live trackingTrack any shipLive alerts112,000+ ships trackedDownload free

Xiaoqingdao Lighthouse

Fl R 6.5s🇨🇳Southern Shandong, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Xiaoqingdao Lighthouse

Also known as: Little Qingdao Lighthouse

The Xiaoqingdao Lighthouse, a white octagonal masonry tower, stands 39 meters tall and emits a single red flash. Built in 1900, it is situated on the small island of Xiaoqingdao within Qingdao Bay, at the eastern entrance to Jiaozhou Bay. Its geographic range is 12 nautical miles. The lighthouse is part of a national key cultural heritage site.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is recognized as part of the Qingdao German architectural complex, a national key cultural heritage site.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl R 6.5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6.5s
Raw Code
Fl.R.
Geographic Range
12NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1900
Heritage Status
2

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
P3826
NGA No.
18688
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Wikidata
Q183107 →
OpenStreetMap
View on OSM →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
39m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white
Material
masonry

Structure: White octagonal masonry tower; 39

Location

City
Southern Shandong
Country
🇨🇳CN
Latitude
36.0528°
Longitude
120.3192°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
Live tracking · 50,000+ mariners

Find Xiaoqingdao Lighthouse on the live nautical map

Plan voyages near CN, see nearby vessels in real time, and explore 14,900+ navigation aids in the app.

Nautical mapNearby vesselsVoyage planning
Get the App

Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Xiaoqingdao Lighthouse at night?+
Xiaoqingdao displays the characteristic Fl R 6.5s — 1 red flash every 6.5 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. The red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Xiaoqingdao Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Xiaoqingdao Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Qingdao Pt at 0.2 NM to the N. Other ports served include Qingdao (0.2 NM SW), Xuejiadao (2.8 NM WSW), Tsingtao (3.9 NM NNW), Qianwan (5 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Xiaoqingdao Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Xiaoqingdao 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 Xiaoqingdao Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Xiaoqingdao 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.