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Petergof East Approach Range Rear Lighthouse

Oc white 3s🇷🇺RUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Petergof East Approach Range Rear Lighthouse

Also known as: Petrodvorets

This square skeletal tower stands 18 meters tall and is painted red, featuring a white slatted daymark with a black vertical stripe. Mounted on a one-story equipment shelter, its focal height reaches 20 meters above sea level. The light emits a single white occulting flash on a 6-second cycle. It is situated 6.4 kilometers from Lomonosov, within the approaches to Petergof. The tower's site is accessible to the public, but the structure itself is closed.

Why it matters: This range light provides a precise alignment for vessels navigating the eastern approaches to Petergof's small boat harbor, ensuring safe passage.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc white 3s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
white
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Oc.W
Focal Height
20m
Geographic Range
13.2NM

Location

Country
🇷🇺RU
Latitude
59.8888°
Longitude
29.9048°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Lomonosov(6.4 km)
Admiralty No.
C4051
NGA No.
13056.1

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
18m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
red and carries a slatted daymark painted white with a black vertical stripe

Structure: square skeletal tower mounted on a 1-story equipment shelter

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Petergof East Approach Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Petergof East Approach Range Rear displays the characteristic Oc white 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 color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Petergof East Approach Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Petergof East Approach Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is LOMONOSOV at 4.6 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Lomonosov (5.2 NM W), Bronka Port (6.9 NM WNW), Kronshtadt (7.4 NM NW), Gorskaya (8.7 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Petergof East Approach Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Petergof East Approach 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 Petergof East Approach Range Rear Lighthouse?+
Petergof East Approach 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 Petergof East Approach Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Petergof East Approach 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.