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Alesund Range Rear Lighthouse

L White 6s🇫🇮Kristinestad, FIOperational

Location & Light Range

About Alesund Range Rear Lighthouse

This cylindrical steel tower stands 19 meters tall and is painted yellow with a red vertical stripe. It supports a yellow rectangular daymark, also featuring a red vertical stripe. The operational light is white and displays a long flash every 6 seconds. With a focal height of 21 meters, this rear range light has a geographic range of 13.4 nautical miles. It is located on the waterfront north of Kristinestad, 1.3 kilometers from the nearest port.

Why it matters: This light, functioning as part of a range system with a front light, is essential for guiding vessels safely into Kristinestad's harbor and through its specific channels.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
L White 6s
Flash Type
L
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
L Fl W 6s
Focal Height
21m
Geographic Range
13.4NM

Location

City
Kristinestad
Country
🇫🇮Finland
Region
Ostrobothnia
Sea Region
Waterfront on the north side of Kristinestad
Latitude
62.2784°
Longitude
21.3414°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
19m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
Yellow with a red vertical stripe
Material
steel

Structure: triangular cylindrical skeletal tower carrying a yellow rectangular daymark with a red vertical stripe

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kristinestad(1.3 km)
Admiralty No.
C4329.1.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Alesund Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Alesund Range Rear displays the characteristic L White 6s. 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 Alesund Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Alesund Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kristinestad (Kristiinankaupunki) at 1.3 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Kaskö (Kaskinen) (5.7 NM NW), KASALA (20 NM S), Töjby (22.8 NM NNW), Sastmola (Merikarvia) (26.1 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Alesund Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Alesund Range Rear 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.
What shipping routes pass near Alesund Range Rear Lighthouse?+
Alesund Range Rear Lighthouse is located within the Baltic Sea trade route — a vital shipping corridor for trade between Scandinavian, German, Polish, and Baltic state ports. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Alesund Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Alesund Range Rear 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.