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Korabel'nyy Kanal Lighthouse

🇷🇺RUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Korabel'nyy Kanal Lighthouse

Also known as: Korabel'nyy Kanal (Leading Light)

This lighthouse, with red and white horizontal bands, stands 68 meters tall near St. Petersburg. Although the tower is substantial, the operational light is mounted low, at a focal plane of approximately 16 meters. It is located on a quay within the Gutuevskaya docks, close to the city's waterfront. The structure provides directional guidance for vessels navigating the Korabel'nyy Channel into the port. The light can appear white, red, or green, depending on the vessel's approach direction.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is critical for maritime safety, guiding vessels through the Korabel'nyy Channel into St. Petersburg. Its directional light system provides precise guidance for ships navigating this shipping lane.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
68m
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands

Structure: but the modern light is mounted low on the tower at a focal plane of about 16 m (52 ft)

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
St Petersburg(1.9 km)
Admiralty No.
C4074.2
NGA No.
13072

Location

Country
🇷🇺RU
Latitude
59.9129°
Longitude
30.2384°

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Korabel'nyy Kanal Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Korabel'nyy Kanal Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Saint Petersburg (ex Leningrad) at 2.7 NM to the E. Other ports served include Gorskaya (10.8 NM NW), LOMONOSOV (14.1 NM W), Sestroretsk (14.2 NM NW), Kronshtadt (15.1 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Korabel'nyy Kanal Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Korabel'nyy Kanal 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.
How can I track vessels near Korabel'nyy Kanal Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Korabel'nyy Kanal 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.