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Kaitkivi Lighthouse

Fl White/Red/Green 4s🇫🇮Pargas, FIOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kaitkivi Lighthouse

Kaitkivi lighthouse is a 5-meter tall square concrete tower situated on a reef southwest of Innamo, Finland. It marks the northern boundary of a ship channel in the Southwest Finland region. The structure includes a lantern and gallery, and emits a directional white, red, or green light. This light flashes once every 4 seconds. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 8.4 nautical miles. While the tower itself is closed to visitors, the site is accessible by boat, located 6.3 km from the nearest port in Nagu. It is part of the Finnish maritime infrastructure, assisting navigation.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for guiding vessels through the reef-laden channel north of Innamo, a significant route for maritime traffic within the Finnish archipelago. Its sector light specifically alerts mariners to the reef southwest of Innamo, helping to prevent groundings.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White/Red/Green 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl WGR 4s
Focal Height
5m
Light Range
6NM (11.1 km)
Geographic Range
8.4NM

Location

City
Pargas
Country
🇫🇮Finland
Region
Southwest Finland
Sea Region
Located on a reef southwest of Innamo, on the north side of the ship channel in Finland.
Latitude
60.2355°
Longitude
21.7191°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Nagu(6.3 km)
Admiralty No.
C4778.9.
Wikidata
Q62032371 →

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: square concrete tower with lantern and gallery

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Kaitkivi Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 5 meters and a nominal range of 6 nautical miles (approximately 11.1 km), Kaitkivi 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 Kaitkivi Lighthouse at night?+
Kaitkivi displays the characteristic Fl White/Red/Green 4s. 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 Kaitkivi Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kaitkivi Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Korppoo (Korpo) at 6.1 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Nauvo (Nagu) (6.7 NM ESE), Houtskari (Houtskär) (10.1 NM W), Rymättylä (Rimito) (10.5 NM NE), Velkua (12.6 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kaitkivi Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kaitkivi 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 Kaitkivi Lighthouse?+
Kaitkivi 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 Kaitkivi Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kaitkivi 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.