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Litke East Range Rear Lighthouse

Fl White 6s🇷🇺RUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Litke East Range Rear Lighthouse

The Litke East Range Rear lighthouse is a cylindrical metal tower standing 17 meters tall, with its light positioned at a focal height of 40 meters. It is painted white and features a black vertical stripe along the former range line. This structure is located on the southern side of Kotlin Island, approximately 0.8 kilometers from Kronshtadt. Its light emits a white flash every 6 seconds, providing a geographic range of 17.1 nautical miles. The tower is not accessible to the public.

Why it matters: This lighthouse once served as a critical visual marker guiding vessels through a specific range line, ensuring safe passage in the busy waters near Kotlin Island.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
40m
Geographic Range
17.1NM

Location

Country
🇷🇺RU
Latitude
59.9757°
Longitude
29.7308°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
17m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a black vertical stripe on the former range line

Structure: round cylindrical metal tower, painted white with a black vertical stripe on the former range line

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kronshtadt(0.8 km)
Admiralty No.
C4013.1.
ARLHS No.
ERU-050
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Litke East Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Litke East Range Rear displays the characteristic Fl 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 Litke East Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Litke East Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kronshtadt at 1.1 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Bronka Port (2.8 NM SSW), LOMONOSOV (3.2 NM SSE), Lomonosov (4.5 NM S), Gorskaya (7.8 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Litke East Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Litke East 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 Litke East Range Rear Lighthouse?+
Litke East 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 Litke East Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Litke East 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.