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Lehmäsaari Range Rear Lighthouse

Oc White 6s🇫🇮Kotka, FIOperational

Location & Light Range

About Lehmäsaari Range Rear Lighthouse

This red skeletal tower with a white vertical stripe stands 25 meters tall and carries a rectangular daymark. Constructed from fiberglass, it reaches a focal height of 33 meters above sea level. The light emits an occulting white signal that is on for 6 seconds. It is located on the east side of the entrance to Kotka, near the north end of Lehmäsaari island. The geographic range of this aid is 15.9 nautical miles. It is part of a range system guiding vessels toward the port.

Why it matters: This range light is essential for guiding commercial and recreational vessels safely into the port of Kotka, a significant eastern Finnish harbor. Its precise alignment assists mariners in avoiding hazards within the busy entrance channel.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc W 6s
Focal Height
33m
Geographic Range
15.9NM

Location

City
Kotka
Country
🇫🇮Finland
Region
Kymenlaakso
Sea Region
Near the north end of Lehmäsaari, on the east side of the entrance to Kotka, Finland.
Latitude
60.4258°
Longitude
26.9770°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
25m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
red with a white vertical stripe
Material
fiberglass

Structure: skeletal tower carrying a rectangular daymark painted red with a white vertical stripe

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kotka(1.0 km)
Admiralty No.
C5394.41
NGA No.
13600
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Lehmäsaari Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Lehmäsaari Range Rear displays the characteristic Oc 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 Lehmäsaari Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Lehmäsaari Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kotka at 3.1 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Sunila (3.5 NM NNW), Siltakylä (Broby) (7.2 NM WNW), Summa (7.7 NM NNE), Lakulahti (7.8 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Lehmäsaari Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Lehmäsaari 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 Lehmäsaari Range Rear Lighthouse?+
Lehmäsaari 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 Lehmäsaari Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Lehmäsaari 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.