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Sjøgrensen (Maritime Border) Range Rear Lighthouse

Fl red 6s🇳🇴South Varanki, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sjøgrensen (Maritime Border) Range Rear Lighthouse

This skeletal metal tower, standing 20 meters tall, is painted white with a red roof. It carries a large rectangular daymark panel and is topped with a lantern. The tower’s focal height reaches 97 meters above sea level, and it emits a red light. The light flashes twice in white, followed by red and green, with a geographic range of 24.6 nautical miles. It functions as the rear light in a range system, working with a front light to guide vessels along a specific course.

Why it matters: This range rear light is important for guiding vessels along a precise course, particularly in an area designated as a maritime border. Its role within a range system provides a clear visual cue for safe and accurate navigation.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl red 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
red
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)W.R.G
Focal Height
97m
Geographic Range
24.6NM

Location

City
South Varanki
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Finnmark
Sea Region
A range rear light in Norway, likely guiding vessels along a specific course near a maritime border.
Latitude
69.7834°
Longitude
30.7996°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
20m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
white with a red roof
Material
metal

Structure: skeletal tower with lantern, carrying a large rectangular daymark panel

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kirkenes(15.9 km)
Admiralty No.
L4290.1
NGA No.
14848
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sjøgrensen (Maritime Border) Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Sjøgrensen (Maritime Border) Range Rear displays the characteristic Fl red 6s. 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Sjøgrensen (Maritime Border) Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sjøgrensen (Maritime Border) Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Jakobsnes at 14.8 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Kirkenes (15.8 NM WSW), Pechenga (16.3 NM SE), Bugøynes (26.5 NM WNW), Ozerko (27.7 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sjøgrensen (Maritime Border) Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sjøgrensen (Maritime Border) 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.
How can I track vessels near Sjøgrensen (Maritime Border) Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sjøgrensen (Maritime Border) 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.