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Gåshallan Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Gåshallan Lighthouse

Gåshallan lighthouse stands on a small island north of Grytskär in the Närpes municipality. This square skeletal tower is 7.5 meters tall and its focal height is 12 meters. It displays a directional light with white, red, and green sectors, flashing three times every three seconds. The tower itself is white with a single red vertical stripe. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 11 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, but the tower remains closed.

Why it matters: Gåshallan lighthouse is essential for safe navigation around Grytskär, guiding vessels through the intricate channels of the Närpes coastline.

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
12m
Light Range
5NM (9.3 km)
Geographic Range
11NM

Location

City
Närpes
Country
🇫🇮Finland
Region
Ostrobothnia
Sea Region
Small island off the north end of Grytskär in the Närpes municipality.
Latitude
62.5757°
Longitude
21.0440°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kaskinen(14.3 km)
Admiralty No.
C4312
NGA No.
17768
ARLHS No.
FIN136
Wikidata
Q61995164 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7.5m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white with a red vertical stripe

Structure: square skeletal tower carrying a daymark colored white with a red vertical stripe

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Gåshallan Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 12 meters and a nominal range of 5 nautical miles (approximately 9.3 km), Gåshallan 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 Gåshallan Lighthouse at night?+
Gåshallan 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 Gåshallan Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Gåshallan Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Töjby at 5.6 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Kaskö (Kaskinen) (14.2 NM SSE), Kristinestad (Kristiinankaupunki) (20.7 NM SSE), BERGO (22.7 NM N), MALAX (26.8 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Gåshallan Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Gåshallan 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 Gåshallan Lighthouse?+
Gåshallan 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 Gåshallan Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Gåshallan 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.