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Kiviletto Lighthouse

LFl White 6s🇫🇮Kotka, FIOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kiviletto Lighthouse

This steel mast lighthouse stands 19 meters tall on a rocky shoal situated about 25 kilometers south of Kotka, Finland. Painted white with a red horizontal band, it is mounted on a square base. The light emits a white flash every 6 seconds. The structure is located on a shoal that marks the western outer approach channel to Kotka. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: Kiviletto lighthouse is essential for directing vessels through the western outer approach channel to Kotka, guiding them clear of surrounding rocky shoals and ensuring safe passage into the port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
LFl White 6s
Flash Type
Long Flash
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
LFl W 6s
Focal Height
19m
Light Range
8.5NM (15.7 km)
Geographic Range
12.9NM

Location

City
Kotka
Country
🇫🇮Finland
Region
Kymenlaakso
Sea Region
A rocky shoal about 25 km south of Kotka, marking the western outer approach channel to Kotka.
Latitude
60.2931°
Longitude
26.9513°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kotka(8.7 km)
Admiralty No.
C5381
NGA No.
13563
Wikidata
Q24353521 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
19m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white with a red horizontal band and mounted on a robust square base
Material
steel

Structure: steel mast, painted white with a red horizontal band and mounted on a robust square base

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Kiviletto Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 19 meters and a nominal range of 8.5 nautical miles (approximately 15.7 km), Kiviletto is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. This range makes it a significant coastal navigation aid for vessels transiting the area.
How do mariners identify Kiviletto Lighthouse at night?+
Kiviletto displays the characteristic LFl 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 Kiviletto Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kiviletto Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kotka at 10.9 NM to the N. Other ports served include Sunila (11.4 NM N), Siltakylä (Broby) (12.4 NM NNW), Lakulahti (14.9 NM NNE), Summa (15.2 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kiviletto Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kiviletto 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 Kiviletto Lighthouse?+
Kiviletto 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 Kiviletto Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kiviletto 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.