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Torsholmakobben Lighthouse

Fl White/Red/Green 3s🇫🇮Brändö, FIOperational

Location & Light Range

About Torsholmakobben Lighthouse

The Torsholmakobben lighthouse is an 8-meter-tall cylindrical concrete tower with orange and black horizontal bands, topped by a lantern and gallery. It stands on a small, rocky skerry within the Skiftet archipelago, situated off the southeastern edge of Torsholma island. Its light emits a white, red, and green signal, displaying a white flash followed by red and green flashes every 3 seconds. The tower itself is closed to the public, though the site is accessible by boat. This structure guides vessels with a geographic range of 9.7 nautical miles.

Why it matters: Torsholmakobben is essential for safe passage through the Skiftet, a complex island-dotted waterway. Its directional light warns vessels navigating channels around Torsholma, helping them avoid numerous skerries and shallow areas.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White/Red/Green 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl WGR 3s
Focal Height
8m
Light Range
6NM (11.1 km)
Geographic Range
9.7NM

Location

City
Brändö
Country
🇫🇮Finland
Region
Åland Islands
Sea Region
A skerry in the Skiftet off the southeastern tip of Torsholma.
Latitude
60.3294°
Longitude
21.1030°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Inio(8.5 km)
Admiralty No.
C4649.2.
Wikidata
Q62019939 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with orange and black horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Torsholmakobben Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 8 meters and a nominal range of 6 nautical miles (approximately 11.1 km), Torsholmakobben 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 Torsholmakobben Lighthouse at night?+
Torsholmakobben 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 Torsholmakobben Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Torsholmakobben Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Brändö at 5.3 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Iniö (9.8 NM ENE), Houtskari (Houtskär) (10.7 NM SE), Kumlinge (10.7 NM W), VUOSNAINEN (11.6 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Torsholmakobben Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Torsholmakobben 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 Torsholmakobben Lighthouse?+
Torsholmakobben 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 Torsholmakobben Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Torsholmakobben 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.