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Rättaren Lighthouse

Fl White/Red/Green 3s🇸🇪Göteborgs Stad, SEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Rättaren Lighthouse

A 5-meter round lantern and gallery, painted white, sits atop a short green concrete pedestal. This structure was built in 1981, replacing an earlier station established in 1885. The lighthouse is situated on a rock about 600 meters off the eastern shore of Vrångö island. It emits a directional white, red, and green flash every three seconds. The light is visible for 8.4 nautical miles.

Why it matters: Its directional light provides specific guidance to mariners navigating the waters near Vrångö island, marking a hazard or channel.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White/Red/Green 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl WRG 3s
Focal Height
5m
Geographic Range
8.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1981
First Lit
1885

Significant events: station established 1885, current structure built 1981

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Vrango(0.8 km)
Admiralty No.
C0630
NGA No.
1180

Tower & Structure

Tower Color
white lantern, green pedestal
Material
concrete

Structure: A 5m round lantern and gallery mounted on a short concrete pedestal. The lantern is painted white, and the pedestal is green.

Location

City
Göteborgs Stad
Country
🇸🇪Sweden
Region
Västra Götaland County
Sea Region
on a rock about 600 m (0.4 mi) off the eastern shore of the island of Vrångö
Latitude
57.5806°
Longitude
11.8030°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Rättaren Lighthouse at night?+
Rättaren displays the characteristic Fl White/Red/Green 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/red/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Rättaren Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Rättaren Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Vrångö at 1 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Donsö (1.2 NM NNW), Sandvik, Styrsö (2.6 NM NNW), SKINTEBO (4 NM E), BJOLA NORTH (4.3 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Rättaren Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Rättaren 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 Rättaren Lighthouse?+
Rättaren 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 Rättaren Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Rättaren 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.