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Mustamaa Lighthouse

Q White/Red/Green 4s🇫🇮Virolahti, FIOperational

Location & Light Range

About Mustamaa Lighthouse

Located on an island approximately 11 kilometers west of Parrio, this white, cylindrical metal tower stands 6 meters tall. Its focal plane is 7 meters above sea level. The lighthouse emits a quick-flashing light, which appears white, red, or green depending on the direction from which a vessel approaches. It has a geographic range of 9.3 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for safe navigation through the channels surrounding Mustamaa island, guiding both eastbound and westbound maritime traffic and warning vessels to stay within designated safe sectors through its directional color changes.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Q White/Red/Green 4s
Flash Type
Quick
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Q
Focal Height
7m
Light Range
5.3NM (9.8 km)
Geographic Range
9.3NM

Location

City
Virolahti
Country
🇫🇮Finland
Region
Kymenlaakso
Sea Region
Southwest coast of Mustamaa, an island about 11 km west of Parrio.
Latitude
60.4278°
Longitude
27.5406°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Hamina(12.2 km)
Admiralty No.
C5464
NGA No.
13348
Wikidata
Q62086589 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: round tower, painted white

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Mustamaa Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 7 meters and a nominal range of 5.3 nautical miles (approximately 9.8 km), Mustamaa 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 Mustamaa Lighthouse at night?+
Mustamaa displays the characteristic Q White/Red/Green 4s. 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 Mustamaa Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Mustamaa Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Klamila at 5.1 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Lakulahti (12.3 NM WNW), Hamina (Fredrikshamn) (12.8 NM WNW), Poitsila (13.3 NM WNW), Summa (14 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Mustamaa Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Mustamaa 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 Mustamaa Lighthouse?+
Mustamaa 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 Mustamaa Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Mustamaa 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.