Get the MarineRadar appSatellite AISSatellite live trackingTrack any shipLive alerts112,000+ ships trackedDownload free

Satakari Range Rear Lighthouse

Fl White 3s🇫🇮Ii, FIOperational

Location & Light Range

About Satakari Range Rear Lighthouse

This white skeletal tower, standing 14 meters tall, features a red vertical stripe on its structure and a rectangular daymark. Its light emits a single white flash every 3 seconds, with a focal height of 15 meters and a geographic range of 11.9 nautical miles. The tower is part of a range system, working in conjunction with a front light to guide vessels northward along the coast. Situated on the east coast of Röyttä island, near the city of Ii, the site is accessible to the public, although the tower itself remains closed. Its nearest port is Haukipudas, located 4.2 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The Satakari Range Rear light is essential for coastal navigation, providing a critical range alignment that guides ships safely northward along the Finnish coast.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl W 3s
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
11.9NM

Location

City
Ii
Country
🇫🇮Finland
Region
North Ostrobothnia
Sea Region
East coast of the island of Röyttä, guiding vessels northward along the coast.
Latitude
65.2769°
Longitude
25.2221°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Haukipudas(4.2 km)
Admiralty No.
C4116.1
NGA No.
18708.1

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
white with a red vertical stripe

Structure: triangular skeletal tower carrying a rectangular daymark colored white with a red vertical stripe

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
Live tracking · 50,000+ mariners

Find Satakari Range Rear Lighthouse on the live nautical map

Plan voyages near Finland, see nearby vessels in real time, and explore 14,900+ navigation aids in the app.

Nautical mapNearby vesselsVoyage planning
Get the App

Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Satakari Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Satakari Range Rear displays the characteristic Fl White 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 color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Satakari Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Satakari Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Halosenlahti at 3.5 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Haukipudas (6.1 NM SSE), KIVINIEMI SOUTH (10.2 NM SSE), Pateniemi (11.4 NM SSE), Uleåborg (Oulu) (16.6 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Satakari Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Satakari 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 Satakari Range Rear Lighthouse?+
Satakari 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 Satakari Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Satakari 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.