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

Yúyǔ Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇨🇳CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Yúyǔ Lighthouse

Also known as: Yúyǔ (Fish Island)

This concrete lighthouse stands 8 meters tall on an islet northeast of the Dōngchōng peninsula. Painted with red and white horizontal bands, its focal height reaches 13 meters above sea level. The light emits a single white flash every four seconds, visible for 11.3 nautical miles. It is located 24.4 kilometers from the nearest port, Ningde. The structure is operational and serves the maritime area off the peninsula's shoulder.

Why it matters: The Yúyǔ lighthouse guides vessels navigating the waters around the Dōngchōng peninsula, marking its northeast shoulder and helping mariners avoid hazards.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Location

Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Fujian
Sea Region
islet off the northeast shoulder of the Dōngchōng peninsula
Latitude
26.7865°
Longitude
120.1597°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: concrete tower painted with red and white horizontal bands

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Ningde(24.4 km)
Admiralty No.
P3642.8.
Live tracking · 50,000+ mariners

Find Yúyǔ Lighthouse on the live nautical map

Plan voyages near China, 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 Yúyǔ Lighthouse at night?+
Yúyǔ 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 Yúyǔ Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Yúyǔ Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sansha at 9.3 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Haitian Terminal/ Xiamen (20.3 NM NNE), Xiangyu Terminal/ Xiamen (20.6 NM NNE), Ningde (24.3 NM W), Saiqi (27.7 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Yúyǔ Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Yúyǔ 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 Yúyǔ Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Yúyǔ 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.