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Brändö Föglö Range Rear Lighthouse

Fl White 6s🇫🇮Föglö, FIOperational

Location & Light Range

About Brändö Föglö Range Rear Lighthouse

A 30-meter tapered square skeletal steel tower, painted red with a yellow vertical stripe, stands 37 meters above sea level. This rear range light guides southbound vessels on a long course between Lemland and Föglö, south of Brändö. Its white light flashes once every 6 seconds, providing a clear navigational signal. The structure carries a large rectangular daymark, also red with a yellow vertical stripe, aiding visibility during daylight. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This range rear light is indispensable for southbound vessels navigating the intricate channels between Lemland and Föglö, providing a precise alignment to avoid hazards in this busy shipping lane.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
37m
Geographic Range
16.6NM

Location

City
Föglö
Country
🇫🇮Finland
Region
Åland Islands
Sea Region
Located on the south side of Brändö, guiding southbound vessels on a long reach between Lemland and Föglö.
Latitude
60.0222°
Longitude
20.3185°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Degerby(2.1 km)
Admiralty No.
C4567.11.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
30m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
red with a yellow vertical stripe
Material
steel

Structure: tapered square skeletal tower carrying a large rectangular daymark colored red with a yellow vertical stripe

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Brändö Föglö Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Brändö Föglö Range Rear displays the characteristic Fl 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 Brändö Föglö Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Brändö Föglö Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Degerby at 2.1 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Föglö (3 NM E), Långnäs (5.7 NM N), Mariehamn (Maarianhamina) (12 NM WNW), KORRVIK (12.1 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Brändö Föglö Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Brändö Föglö 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 Brändö Föglö Range Rear Lighthouse?+
Brändö Föglö 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 Brändö Föglö Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Brändö Föglö 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.