Vinh Thuc Lighthouse
Hải đăng Vĩnh Thực
Vinh Thuc Lighthouse
Hải đăng Vĩnh Thực
The first lighthouse on Vietnam's northern maritime border featuring French architecture.
Quảng Ninh
Lighthouse
Attraction
Vĩnh Thực Lighthouse is an important historical and navigational landmark located atop Mount Đầu Tán on the island of the same name in Móng Cái city. It is not just a technical structure, but the first lighthouse established on Vietnam's maritime border in the Vạn Gia–Vĩnh Thực strait. Its unique architecture and panoramic views of Cape Sa Vĩ make this place a must-visit for history enthusiasts and lovers of scenic landscapes.
- Visit duration
2–3 hours
- Average budget
from $25
- Admission
To be confirmed
- Best months
Oct – Apr
- Local language
Vietnamese, English
What you need to know
The lighthouse was put into operation in 1962. Its height from the base is 18 meters, and the light center is 84.5 meters above sea level. The structure is built in the style of French classical architecture: a white cylindrical tower and living quarters, connected by a corridor, harmoniously blend into the surrounding landscape.
The lighthouse's light signal, with a 360-degree coverage and a range of up to 20.7 nautical miles, operates today both from the national grid and from solar panels. The path to the lighthouse from the center of the island is about 6 kilometers through picturesque locations. The summit offers magnificent views of Đầu Đông beach and the legendary Cape Sa Vĩ — the starting point of Vietnam's S-shaped coastline.
A favorable season for visiting the island. In windy weather, it is recommended to choose speedboats with protective curtains.
On site
- How to get there
Speedboat from Ngọc Cape (10 min)
- Getting around
On foot / Vehicle rental
- Cash
Mandatory
- Connectivity
4G, local Wi-Fi
- With kids
Ok (in calm seas)