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Rihtniemi Range Rear Lighthouse

Oc White 12s🇫🇮Pyhäranta, FIOperational

Location & Light Range

About Rihtniemi Range Rear Lighthouse

The Rihtniemi Range Rear light is a 23-meter tall skeletal steel tower painted red with a yellow vertical stripe. It carries a large daymark and stands at the end of a peninsula about 13 kilometers southwest of Rauma. This light emits an occulting white signal that is visible for 14.5 nautical miles. It operates in conjunction with a front light, with the pair helping vessels maintain a precise course. The tower's focal plane is 26 meters above sea level. This structure is located in Pyhäranta, within the Southwest Finland region.

Why it matters: This range rear light is indispensable for vessels approaching or departing Rauma, providing a critical alignment for safe navigation through coastal waters and supporting the city's maritime economy.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White 12s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Oc W 12s
Focal Height
26m
Geographic Range
14.5NM

Location

City
Pyhäranta
Country
🇫🇮Finland
Region
Southwest Finland
Sea Region
Located at the end of a mainland peninsula about 13 km southwest of the Rauma waterfront in Finland.
Latitude
61.0881°
Longitude
21.3036°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
23m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
red with a yellow vertical stripe
Material
steel

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

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Raumo (Rauma)(4.7 km)
Admiralty No.
C4418.1
NGA No.
17276
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Rihtniemi Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Rihtniemi Range Rear displays the characteristic Oc White 12s. 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 Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Rihtniemi Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Raumo (Rauma) at 4.8 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include LEIVONMAKI (9.3 NM SSE), Olkiluoto (9.5 NM NNE), Eurajoki (Euraåminne) (14.2 NM ENE), Luvia (17.1 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Rihtniemi Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Rihtniemi 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 Rihtniemi Range Rear Lighthouse?+
Rihtniemi 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 Rihtniemi Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Rihtniemi 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.