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Lång Ljusskär Lighthouse

Fl White/Red/Green🇫🇮Pargas, FIOperational

Location & Light Range

About Lång Ljusskär Lighthouse

This square concrete lighthouse stands 5 meters tall on a skerry east of a ship channel, approximately 4 km north of Bondsten lighthouse. Its lantern and gallery are atop the black tower, with a focal height of 7 meters. The light exhibits a white, red, and green sector characteristic visible for 9.3 nautical miles. This operational aid guides vessels through the waters near Pargas in Southwest Finland. The site is accessible by boat, but the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: The lighthouse's sector light, which changes color to indicate safe passage, is essential for navigating the ship channel. Its placement warns vessels of hazards and guides them away from shallow areas or obstructions within the archipelago.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White/Red/Green
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Raw Code
Fl WRG
Focal Height
7m
Light Range
6.8NM (12.6 km)
Geographic Range
9.3NM

Location

City
Pargas
Country
🇫🇮Finland
Region
Southwest Finland
Sea Region
a skerry on the east side of a ship channel, approximately 4 km north of the Bondsten lighthouse.
Latitude
60.0358°
Longitude
21.6922°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Nagu(11.6 km)
Admiralty No.
C4767.3.
Wikidata
Q62032665 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
5m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
black with a white lantern
Material
concrete

Structure: square concrete tower with lantern and gallery

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Lång Ljusskär Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 7 meters and a nominal range of 6.8 nautical miles (approximately 12.6 km), Lång Ljusskär 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 Lång Ljusskär Lighthouse at night?+
Lång Ljusskär displays the characteristic Fl White/Red/Green. 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 Lång Ljusskär Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Lång Ljusskär Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Korppoo (Korpo) at 8.7 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Nauvo (Nagu) (11.1 NM NE), Houtskari (Houtskär) (14.3 NM NW), Högsåra (20.9 NM ESE), Rymättylä (Rimito) (21.3 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Lång Ljusskär Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Lång Ljusskär 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 Lång Ljusskär Lighthouse?+
Lång Ljusskär 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 Lång Ljusskär Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Lång Ljusskär 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.