Name and Location

The Tallinn Rear Range Lighthouse, also known as the "Tallinn Leading Lights Rear Lighthouse" or "Leuchtturm Tallinn Oberfeuer," is located in Estonia. The address is Pae tn 16, 11414 Tallinn, Estonia, within the Lasnamäe district of Harju County.

2. Construction and History

The lighthouse was constructed in the mid-20th century as part of a leading line to guide vessels safely into Tallinn's port from the Gulf of Finland. It is operated by the Estonian Transport Administration (Transpordiamet) and remains an active, automated aid to navigation.

3. Architecture and Materials

The lighthouse is a rear range light tower with a steel skeletal frame construction, standing 40.3 meters tall above its concrete foundation. The exterior finish is unpainted steel or a light grey protective coating, with minimal ornamentation.

4. Light and Navigation

The lighthouse emits a single white beam, likely fixed, which guides vessels entering the port. Its range is not officially published, but rear lights of this class are typically visible 10-15 nautical miles in clear conditions. The light is fully automated, powered by mains electricity with emergency battery backup.

5. Accessibility and Visiting

The tower and grounds are not open to visitors due to its secured operational site. However, the lighthouse can be viewed from nearby residential streets and Pae tn. Pedestrian access up to the perimeter fence only is possible.

6. Notable Views and Landscape

From the lighthouse's location, one can enjoy views of the Ülemiste City business district, Lake Ülemiste shoreline trails, and the Tallinn Song Festival Grounds (located a few kilometers west).

7. Anecdotes and Folklore

No specific local legends or folklore are associated with this lighthouse, as it is primarily valued by mariners for its reliable guidance rather than its architectural or historical romanticism.

8. Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse is managed by the Estonian Transport Administration (Transpordiamet) and referenced in various charts, including Estonian chart UHM 2821, UKHO ADM 3810.1, and NGA 252.

9. Further Information

For further reading and references, please visit Transpordiamet's Aton database at https://nma.vta.ee/aton/2821/, Admiralty List of Lights & Fog Signals (UKHO ADM 3810.1), NGA List of Lights, Publication 112, No. 252, or Wikidata item Q12005125.