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Fagerholm Lighthouse

Q White/Red/Green🇫🇮Pargas, FIOperational

Location & Light Range

About Fagerholm Lighthouse

Also known as: Fagerholm (Range Front)

Fagerholm lighthouse stands on a small island east of Ängsö, marking a sharp bend in the ship channel. The square concrete tower, painted white, measures 6 meters in height with a focal height of 7 meters. Its light emits quick flashes of white, red, and green, providing directional guidance. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 9.3 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for guiding vessels through a critical sharp bend in the ship channel east of Ängsö, ensuring safe passage.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Q White/Red/Green
Flash Type
Quick
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Raw Code
Q W R G
Focal Height
7m
Geographic Range
9.3NM

Location

City
Pargas
Country
🇫🇮Finland
Region
Southwest Finland
Sea Region
Located on an island on the east side of the ship channel off the east end of Ängsö, marking a sharp bend in the channel.
Latitude
60.1112°
Longitude
21.6988°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Nagu(8.2 km)
Admiralty No.
C4768.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: square concrete tower with lantern and gallery

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Fagerholm Lighthouse at night?+
Fagerholm displays the characteristic Q White/Red/Green. 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 Fagerholm Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Fagerholm Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Korppoo (Korpo) at 5.2 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Nauvo (Nagu) (7.8 NM ENE), Houtskari (Houtskär) (11.4 NM NW), Rymättylä (Rimito) (17.1 NM NNE), Iniö (19.5 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Fagerholm Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Fagerholm 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 Fagerholm Lighthouse?+
Fagerholm 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 Fagerholm Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Fagerholm 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.