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Rihtniemi Range Front Lighthouse

Oc White 4s🇫🇮Pyhäranta, FIOperational

Location & Light Range

About Rihtniemi Range Front Lighthouse

This red square skeletal tower, standing 14 meters tall, is located on a reef approximately 1.2 kilometers northwest of its paired rear light. It carries a large rectangular daymark that is red with a yellow vertical stripe. The light emits a white occulting signal that is visible for 11.6 nautical miles. The steel tower, with its focal height at 14 meters, functions as a navigational aid for vessels approaching Rauma. While the site is open to the public, the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This light is part of the outer approach range for Rauma, serving to guide ships safely into the port and warning of the reef it stands upon.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White 4s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Oc W 4s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Location

City
Pyhäranta
Country
🇫🇮Finland
Region
Southwest Finland
Sea Region
Outer approach range for Rauma, located on a reef about 1.2 km northwest of the rear light.
Latitude
61.0938°
Longitude
21.2816°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Raumo (Rauma)(5.1 km)
Admiralty No.
C4418
NGA No.
17272

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
red with a yellow vertical stripe
Material
steel

Structure: square skeletal tower carrying a large rectangular daymark colored red with a yellow vertical stripe

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Rihtniemi Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Rihtniemi Range Front displays the characteristic Oc White 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 color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Rihtniemi Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Rihtniemi Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Raumo (Rauma) at 5.3 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Olkiluoto (9.5 NM NNE), LEIVONMAKI (9.9 NM SSE), Eurajoki (Euraåminne) (14.6 NM ENE), Luvia (17.1 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Rihtniemi Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Rihtniemi Range 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 Rihtniemi Range Front Lighthouse?+
Rihtniemi Range 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 Rihtniemi Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Rihtniemi Range 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.