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Granboda Range Front Lighthouse

Q Yellow🇫🇮Föglö, FIOperational

Location & Light Range

About Granboda Range Front Lighthouse

Located on the northwest coast of Degerö, Finland, the Granboda Range Front is a cylindrical skeletal tower standing 20 meters high. It carries a large rectangular daymark, red with a yellow vertical stripe, and emits a quick-flashing yellow light. The tower's focal height reaches 21 meters, providing a geographic range of 13.4 nautical miles. This light is part of a range guiding vessels eastward along the coast of the Åland Islands. The site is open to visitors, though the tower itself is closed to entry. The nearest port, Degerby, is 2.3 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This range light is essential for guiding vessels eastward along the complex northwest coast of Degerö, helping them maintain their course through island-dotted waters.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Q Yellow
Flash Type
Quick
Light Color
Yellow
Raw Code
Q Y
Focal Height
21m
Geographic Range
13.4NM

Location

City
Föglö
Country
🇫🇮Finland
Region
Åland Islands
Sea Region
Located on the northwest coast of Degerö, guiding vessels eastward.
Latitude
60.0634°
Longitude
20.4362°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Degerby(2.3 km)
Admiralty No.
C4567.5.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
20m
Tower Shape
cylindrical

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

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 Granboda Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Granboda Range Front displays the characteristic Q Yellow. 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 yellow color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Granboda Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Granboda Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Degerby at 2.5 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Föglö (2.9 NM SSW), Långnäs (5.1 NM NW), Mariehamn (Maarianhamina) (14.7 NM W), Kökar (15.1 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Granboda Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Granboda Range Front 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 Granboda Range Front Lighthouse?+
Granboda Range Front 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 Granboda Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Granboda Range Front 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.