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Haapaluoto Range Front Lighthouse

Fl White 6s🇫🇮Pargas, FIOperational

Location & Light Range

About Haapaluoto Range Front Lighthouse

This red skeletal steel tower stands 20 meters tall on a skerry north of the main ship channel, guiding westbound vessels leaving Turku. It features a white vertical stripe on its red exterior and a triangular skeletal mast that supports a large rectangular daymark. The structure's focal height reaches 27 meters, and it emits a white light with a 6-second cycle. Located in Pargas, this navigational aid is positioned on the north side of the channel, assisting ships navigating the waters near the port of Nagu.

Why it matters: This range light is indispensable for the safe navigation of commercial and recreational vessels departing Turku, Finland, particularly those heading west through the complex archipelago. It precisely marks the ship channel, preventing groundings on the numerous skerries and shoals that characterize this coastal region.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
27m
Geographic Range
14.7NM

Location

City
Pargas
Country
🇫🇮Finland
Region
Southwest Finland
Sea Region
Located on a skerry on the north side of the ship channel in Finland, guiding westbound vessels leaving Turku.
Latitude
60.2462°
Longitude
21.7950°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Nagu(4.7 km)
Admiralty No.
C4783.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
20m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
red with a white vertical stripe
Material
steel

Structure: triangular skeletal mast carrying a large rectangular daymark colored red with a white 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 do mariners identify Haapaluoto Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Haapaluoto Range Front 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 Haapaluoto Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Haapaluoto Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Nauvo (Nagu) at 5.2 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Korppoo (Korpo) (8.3 NM SW), Rymättylä (Rimito) (8.6 NM NNE), Houtskari (Houtskär) (12.4 NM W), Velkua (12.6 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Haapaluoto Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Haapaluoto 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 Haapaluoto Range Front Lighthouse?+
Haapaluoto 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 Haapaluoto Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Haapaluoto 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.