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Petergof Range Common Front Lighthouse

Fl red 4s🇷🇺RUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Petergof Range Common Front Lighthouse

Also known as: Petrodvorets

This cylindrical concrete tower, standing 4 meters tall, is painted white with red vertical stripes. It is part of a range common front system, with its light positioned 6 meters above sea level. The structure itself comprises the concrete tower affixed to a one-story rectangular building, which is surmounted by an observation deck. The lighthouse emits a red flash characteristic. The site is open to the public, though access to the tower is restricted. The nearest port is Lomonosov, located 6.6 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the common front range line, guiding vessels into the port of Lomonosov and helping them avoid shoals in the eastern Gulf of Finland.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl red 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
red
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl.R
Focal Height
6m
Geographic Range
8.9NM

Location

Country
🇷🇺RU
Latitude
59.8915°
Longitude
29.9144°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Lomonosov(6.6 km)
Admiralty No.
C4050
NGA No.
13056
ARLHS No.
ERU-317

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
4m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with red vertical stripes
Material
concrete

Structure: concrete tower attached to a rectangular 1-story structure topped by an observation deck

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Petergof Range Common Front Lighthouse at night?+
Petergof Range Common Front displays the characteristic Fl red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Petergof Range Common Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Petergof Range Common Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is LOMONOSOV at 4.8 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Lomonosov (5.5 NM W), Bronka Port (7.1 NM WNW), Kronshtadt (7.4 NM NW), Gorskaya (8.5 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Petergof Range Common Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Petergof Range Common Front 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 Range Common Front Lighthouse?+
Petergof Range Common Front 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 Range Common Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Petergof Range Common Front 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.