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Varessäikka Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇫🇮Siikajoki, FIOperational

Location & Light Range

About Varessäikka Lighthouse

This octagonal wooden tower stands 10 meters tall and has a focal height of 8 meters. Painted red with a white gallery rail, the structure includes a lantern and gallery. It is situated at a small boat harbor in Varessäikka, across a narrow strait from the southern point of Hailuoto. The geographic range of its light is 9.7 nautical miles. The light emits a single white flash every 5 seconds. While the site is open to visitors, the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse serves as a local landmark within the small boat harbor.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
8m
Geographic Range
9.7NM

Location

City
Siikajoki
Country
🇫🇮Finland
Region
North Ostrobothnia
Sea Region
small boat harbor at Varessäikka, across a narrow strait from the southern point of Hailuoto
Latitude
64.8891°
Longitude
24.8086°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Hailuoto(11.1 km)
Admiralty No.
C4175.1.
NGA No.
18452
ARLHS No.
FIN-028

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
red
Material
wood

Structure: octagonal wood tower with lantern and gallery, painted red; gallery rail painted white

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Varessäikka Lighthouse at night?+
Varessäikka 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 Varessäikka Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Varessäikka Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hailuoto at 6.7 NM to the N. Other ports served include Varjakka (7.7 NM ENE), MARJANIEMI (11.2 NM NW), Raahe (Brahestad) (14.2 NM SW), Lapaluoto (16.7 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Varessäikka Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Varessäikka 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 Varessäikka Lighthouse?+
Varessäikka 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 Varessäikka Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Varessäikka 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.