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Tangonsaari Range Rear Lighthouse

Fl White 3s🇫🇮Ii, FIOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tangonsaari Range Rear Lighthouse

This yellow skeletal tower, featuring a red vertical stripe, stands 13 meters tall at a boat ramp in Tangonsaari. It carries a rectangular daymark, also white with a red vertical stripe. The metal structure's focal height reaches 15 meters, and it emits a white flash every three seconds. This range rear light extends its geographic reach up to 11.9 nautical miles. The site is accessible to the public, although climbing the tower is not permitted.

Why it matters: This range light, aligned with its front counterpart, guides vessels northward along the Finnish coast, helping them maintain a safe course.

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
Guides vessels northward along the coast of Finland, located at a boat ramp at Tangonsaari.
Latitude
65.3163°
Longitude
25.2646°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Haukipudas(6.3 km)
Admiralty No.
C4113.1
NGA No.
18744

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
yellow with a red vertical stripe
Material
metal

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
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tangonsaari Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Tangonsaari 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 Tangonsaari Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tangonsaari Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Halosenlahti at 5.2 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Haukipudas (8 NM SSE), KIVINIEMI SOUTH (12.4 NM S), Pateniemi (13.3 NM SSE), VATUNGINNOKKA (14.7 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tangonsaari Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tangonsaari 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 Tangonsaari Range Rear Lighthouse?+
Tangonsaari 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 Tangonsaari Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tangonsaari 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.