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Mys Set'navolok Lighthouse

Fl (3) Green 10s🇷🇺RUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Mys Set'navolok Lighthouse

Also known as: Mys Set'navolok (Syet Point)

Constructed in 1900, the Mys Set'navolok Lighthouse is a bright yellow, cylindrical tower standing 12 meters tall. It rises from the front of a one-story keeper's house. The focal height of the light is 73 meters, and it emits a green flash every 10 seconds, visible for 21.8 nautical miles. Located on the west side of the entrance to Kola Bay in Russia's Murmansk Oblast, this active lighthouse guides mariners. The station also includes a fog horn to aid navigation during periods of reduced visibility.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for vessels entering and exiting Kola Bay, a significant access route to northern ports.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) Green 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl G 10s
Focal Height
73m
Geographic Range
21.8NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1900

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Olenya Guba(10.8 km)
ARLHS No.
ERU-061

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
bright yellow

Structure: square cylindrical tower with lantern and gallery, rising from the front of a 1-story keeper's house

Location

Country
🇷🇺Russia
Region
Murmansk Oblast
Sea Region
west side of the entrance to Kola Bay
Latitude
69.3981°
Longitude
33.4978°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Mys Set'navolok Lighthouse at night?+
Mys Set'navolok displays the characteristic Fl (3) Green 10s — 3 green flashes every 10 seconds. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Mys Set'navolok Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Mys Set'navolok Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Zapolyarnyy at 10.8 NM to the S. Other ports served include Ura-Guba (16.3 NM WSW), Murmansk (26.5 NM SSW), Ozerko (34.7 NM NW), Pechenga (48.6 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Mys Set'navolok Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Mys Set'navolok 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.
How can I track vessels near Mys Set'navolok Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Mys Set'navolok 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.