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Houtere Range Rear Lighthouse

Oc Yellow 6s🇫🇮Hamina, FIOperational

Location & Light Range

About Houtere Range Rear Lighthouse

This green skeletal fiberglass tower stands 24 meters tall on a small island south of Houtere island. Its focal height is also 24 meters, providing a geographic range of 14.1 nautical miles. The lighthouse emits an occulting yellow light that occurs once every 6 seconds, guiding vessels departing the nearby port of Hamina. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself remains closed. This structure is part of a range leading away from Hamina.

Why it matters: The Houtere Range Rear lighthouse is indispensable for the safe departure of vessels from Hamina. Its alignment with a front light forms a critical range, helping ships navigate the archipelago and avoid hazards.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc Yellow 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
Yellow
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc Y 6s
Focal Height
24m
Geographic Range
14.1NM

Location

City
Hamina
Country
🇫🇮Finland
Region
Kymenlaakso
Sea Region
Guides vessels departing Hamina, located on a small island off the south coast of the island of Houtere.
Latitude
60.4429°
Longitude
27.3527°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Hamina(7.1 km)
Admiralty No.
C5438.81
NGA No.
13396

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
24m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
green
Material
fiberglass

Structure: skeletal tower

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 Houtere Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Houtere Range Rear displays the characteristic Oc Yellow 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 yellow color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Houtere Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Houtere Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Klamila at 5.5 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Lakulahti (7.1 NM NW), Hamina (Fredrikshamn) (7.9 NM NW), Poitsila (8.5 NM NW), Summa (8.8 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Houtere Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Houtere Range Rear 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 Houtere Range Rear Lighthouse?+
Houtere Range Rear 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 Houtere Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Houtere Range Rear 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.