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Västerbåden Lighthouse

Fl White 45s🇫🇮Hanko, FIOperational

Location & Light Range

About Västerbåden Lighthouse

Also known as: Västerbåden (Range Rear)

The Västerbåden lighthouse is a skeletal steel tower standing 22 meters tall, located about 3.2 kilometers from Hanko. It is situated on a reef approximately 2 kilometers south-southwest of the Russarö lighthouse in Finland's Uusimaa region. The tower features a red color with a single yellow vertical stripe and carries a large rectangular daymark. Its light emits a white flash every 45 seconds, visible for 13.6 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse serves to warn vessels of a reef, aiding navigation in the complex waters south of Hanko.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 45s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
45s
Raw Code
Fl W 45s
Focal Height
22m
Geographic Range
13.6NM

Location

City
Hanko
Country
🇫🇮Finland
Region
Uusimaa
Sea Region
A reef about 2 km south southwest of the Russarö lighthouse in Finland.
Latitude
59.7667°
Longitude
22.9478°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Hanko (Hango)(3.2 km)
Admiralty No.
C4915.81
NGA No.
15220
ARLHS No.
FIN-089

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
22m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
red with a yellow vertical stripe
Material
steel

Structure: skeletal tower carrying a large rectangular daymark colored red with a yellow vertical stripe

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Västerbåden Lighthouse at night?+
Västerbåden displays the characteristic Fl White 45s. 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 Västerbåden Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Västerbåden Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hanko (Hangö) at 3 NM to the N. Other ports served include HANGONKYLA (4.5 NM N), Tvärminne (8.2 NM ENE), Koverhar (Koverhaara) (10.8 NM NE), Lappvik (Lappohja) (12.1 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Västerbåden Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Västerbåden 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 Västerbåden Lighthouse?+
Västerbåden 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 Västerbåden Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Västerbåden 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.