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Solovjeva Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇫🇮Hammarland, FIOperational

Location & Light Range

About Solovjeva Lighthouse

The Solovjeva lighthouse is a steel mast structure built in the late 1980s, standing 20 meters tall. Its design includes a white tower with a single red horizontal band, topped by a large structure. The light emits a white flash every 5 seconds from a focal height of 17 meters, with a geographic range of 12.4 nautical miles. This navigational aid was significantly altered between 2003 and 2007. Since 2019, the lighthouse has been inactive, listed as temporarily extinguished.

Why it matters: Its unique placement in the center of the Åland Sea serves as a critical mid-sea marker, helping to prevent collisions and guide vessels navigating between Finland and Sweden.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
17m
Light Range
6.1NM (11.3 km)
Geographic Range
12.4NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Inactive since 2019, altered significantly between 2003 and 2007, listed as temporarily extinguished in 2019

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Grisslehamn(15.4 km)
Admiralty No.
C4473.5
NGA No.
16774
ARLHS No.
MAR-001
Wikidata
Q21976860 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
20m
Tower Shape
mast
Tower Color
white with one red horizontal band
Material
steel

Structure: steel tower carrying a large topmark structure

Location

City
Hammarland
Country
🇫🇮Finland
Region
Åland Islands
Sea Region
Located in the center of the Åland Sea, about halfway between Storby and the Swedish coast.
Latitude
60.3009°
Longitude
19.1314°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Solovjeva Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 17 meters and a nominal range of 6.1 nautical miles (approximately 11.3 km), Solovjeva is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. As a shorter-range light, it primarily serves nearshore and coastal traffic.
How do mariners identify Solovjeva Lighthouse at night?+
Solovjeva displays the characteristic Fl White 5s. 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 Solovjeva Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Solovjeva Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Grisslehamn at 15 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Eckerö (15.3 NM ESE), Marsund (18 NM ESE), Hargshamn (21.4 NM WSW), Hallstavik (21.9 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Solovjeva Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Solovjeva 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 Solovjeva Lighthouse?+
Solovjeva 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 Solovjeva Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Solovjeva 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.