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Råskärsön Lighthouse

Oc White/Red/Green 8s🇸🇪Arnäs District, SEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Råskärsön Lighthouse

Established in 1935, Råskärsön lighthouse marks the eastern end of Råskärsön island. This 6-meter white tower, topped with a lantern and gallery, stands 24 meters above sea level. Its light offers a geographic range of 14.1 nautical miles, emitting an occulting white, red, or green signal every 8 seconds to guide vessels. The lighthouse's primary function is to delineate the entrance channel to Örnsköldsvik. It is located in Arnäs District, Västernorrland County, Sweden, and its nearest port is Domsjo, 6.6 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for maritime traffic, specifically guiding ships through the intricate entrance to Örnsköldsvik. Its sector light system provides critical directional information, ensuring safe navigation into this Swedish port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 8s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Oc WGR 8s
Focal Height
24m
Light Range
14.5NM (26.9 km)
Geographic Range
14.1NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1935

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Domsjo(6.6 km)
Admiralty No.
C5960
NGA No.
10960
Wikidata
Q41658449 →
OpenStreetMap
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Color
white

Structure: A 6m tower with lantern and gallery, painted white.

Location

City
Arnäs District
Country
🇸🇪Sweden
Region
Västernorrland County
Sea Region
East end of Råskärsön island, marking the entrance to Örnsköldsvik
Latitude
63.1970°
Longitude
18.9081°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Råskärsön Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 24 meters and a nominal range of 14.5 nautical miles (approximately 26.9 km), Råskärsön is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. This range makes it a significant coastal navigation aid for vessels transiting the area.
How do mariners identify Råskärsön Lighthouse at night?+
Råskärsön displays the characteristic Oc White/Red/Green 8s. 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/red/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Råskärsön Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Råskärsön Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Skagshamn at 3.2 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Domsjö (6.3 NM NW), Lugnvik (7 NM NW), Örnsköldsvik (8.1 NM NW), Köpmanholmen (9.4 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Råskärsön Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Råskärsön 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 Råskärsön Lighthouse?+
Råskärsön 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 Råskärsön Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Råskärsön 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.