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Långören Lighthouse

Fl White/Red/Green 3s🇫🇮Brändö, FIOperational

Location & Light Range

About Långören Lighthouse

The Långören lighthouse is a 4-meter tall, light brown wood shed located on a skerry approximately 8 kilometers northwest of Fiskö. Its light has a focal height of 10 meters and emits a white, red, or green flash every 3 seconds. The structure houses the light source within its modest design. This active aid to navigation is situated within the Finnish archipelago. While the site is open to visitors, the light structure itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: This directional light is essential for guiding vessels through the complex waterways and warning them of the hazards posed by the skerry on which it stands. Its construction as a simple wood shed is an unusual example of a functional light station.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White/Red/Green 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl WRG 3s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Location

City
Brändö
Country
🇫🇮Finland
Region
Åland Islands
Sea Region
Located on a skerry about 8 km northwest of Fiskö.
Latitude
60.5090°
Longitude
20.7757°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Inio(19.2 km)
Admiralty No.
C4462.8.
NGA No.
SU-6097

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
4m
Tower Color
light brown
Material
wood

Structure: A 4m light brown stained wood shed housing the light, with a focal plane of 10m.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Långören Lighthouse at night?+
Långören displays the characteristic Fl White/Red/Green 3s. 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 Långören Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Långören Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Brändö at 9.6 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Kumlinge (12.3 NM S), Harvaluoto (12.5 NM SW), VUOSNAINEN (14 NM E), Iniö (19.6 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Långören Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Långören 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 Långören Lighthouse?+
Långören 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 Långören Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Långören 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.