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Brändökobben Lighthouse

Fl White/Red/Green 3s🇫🇮Föglö, FIOperational

Location & Light Range

About Brändökobben Lighthouse

Brändökobben lighthouse is a red, cylindrical concrete tower standing 6 meters high, with its light at a focal height of 7 meters. Located on a skerry west of Brändö island, it guides vessels south of Ekholmssund. The lighthouse emits a white, red, and green light in a 3-second cycle. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed. Its nearest port is Degerby, 2.3 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for safe navigation through the passage south of Ekholmssund, warning vessels away from the skerry and submerged hazards with its directional light.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White/Red/Green 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl WRG 3s
Focal Height
7m
Light Range
6.5NM (12.0 km)
Geographic Range
9.3NM

Location

City
Föglö
Country
🇫🇮Finland
Region
Åland Islands
Sea Region
on a skerry off the west end of Brändö, an island on the east side of the passage south of Ekholmssund.
Latitude
60.0246°
Longitude
20.3116°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Degerby(2.3 km)
Admiralty No.
C4567.
Wikidata
Q62009236 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery, painted red

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Brändökobben Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 7 meters and a nominal range of 6.5 nautical miles (approximately 12.0 km), Brändökobben is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. As a shorter-range light, it primarily serves nearshore and coastal traffic.
How do mariners identify Brändökobben Lighthouse at night?+
Brändökobben displays the characteristic Fl White/Red/Green 3s. 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/red/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Brändökobben Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Brändökobben Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Degerby at 2.3 NM to the E. Other ports served include Föglö (3.2 NM E), Långnäs (5.5 NM N), Mariehamn (Maarianhamina) (11.7 NM WNW), KORRVIK (11.9 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Brändökobben Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Brändökobben 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 Brändökobben Lighthouse?+
Brändökobben 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 Brändökobben Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Brändökobben 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.