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Hylkkari Lighthouse

Fl (2) White/Red/Green 6s🇫🇮Uusikaupunki, FIOperational

Location & Light Range

About Hylkkari Lighthouse

This cylindrical concrete tower stands 6 meters tall, with its focal plane at 8 meters above sea level. The structure is painted red and features a white horizontal band. Its light emits two white flashes every 6 seconds, with additional red and green sectors. The geographic range of the light is 9.7 nautical miles. Hylkkari Lighthouse is located on an island approximately 7 kilometers west-northwest of Kammela, Finland, and is operational.

Why it matters: The lighthouse's directional light, which shifts between white, red, and green, provides specific guidance for vessels navigating the island-filled waters near Kammela, Finland. It ensures safe passage through an area presenting navigational challenges due to numerous small islands and varied depths.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl(2) WGR 6s
Focal Height
8m
Light Range
6.3NM (11.7 km)
Geographic Range
9.7NM

Location

City
Uusikaupunki
Country
🇫🇮Finland
Region
Southwest Finland
Sea Region
An island about 7 km west northwest of Kammela, Finland.
Latitude
60.9542°
Longitude
21.1575°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red with a white horizontal band
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower, painted red with a white horizontal band

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Uusikaupunki(11.4 km)
Admiralty No.
C4445
NGA No.
17248
Wikidata
Q61995970 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Hylkkari Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 8 meters and a nominal range of 6.3 nautical miles (approximately 11.7 km), Hylkkari 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 Hylkkari Lighthouse at night?+
Hylkkari displays the characteristic Fl (2) White/Red/Green 6s — 2 white/red/green flashes every 6 seconds. 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 Hylkkari Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hylkkari Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is LEIVONMAKI at 8.2 NM to the E. Other ports served include Uusikaupunki (Nystad) (11.7 NM SE), Raumo (Rauma) (13.3 NM NE), Olkiluoto (18.6 NM NNE), Eurajoki (Euraåminne) (22.3 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hylkkari Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hylkkari 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 Hylkkari Lighthouse?+
Hylkkari 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 Hylkkari Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hylkkari 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.