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Holstanäs Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Holstanäs Lighthouse

The Holstanäs lighthouse is a square concrete tower 5 meters high, with a focal height of 8 meters. It is situated on a headland on the southeast side of Korpo, an island in the Southwest Finland region. The structure features a lantern and gallery. Its operational light emits a white, red, or green flash every three seconds. A yellow daymark panel with an orange vertical stripe is located adjacent to the tower, providing an additional visual aid. The lighthouse's geographic range is 9.7 nautical miles.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is critical for safe navigation around the headlands of Korpo, using its sector light to delineate safe passages and warn of dangers. The accompanying daymark panel enhances its utility by providing visual guidance during daylight hours.

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
8m
Geographic Range
9.7NM

Location

City
Pargas
Country
🇫🇮Finland
Region
Southwest Finland
Sea Region
headland on the southeast side of Korpo
Latitude
60.1559°
Longitude
21.6900°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
5m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: square concrete tower with lantern and gallery

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Nagu(7.1 km)
Admiralty No.
C4773.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Holstanäs Lighthouse at night?+
Holstanäs 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 Holstanäs Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Holstanäs Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Korppoo (Korpo) at 3.7 NM to the W. Other ports served include Nauvo (Nagu) (7 NM ENE), Houtskari (Houtskär) (9.9 NM WNW), Rymättylä (Rimito) (14.8 NM NNE), Iniö (17 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Holstanäs Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Holstanäs 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 Holstanäs Lighthouse?+
Holstanäs 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 Holstanäs Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Holstanäs 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.