Name and Location

The Suomen Leijona Lighthouse, also commonly referred to as simply Suomen Leijona, is located in the Baltic Sea off the coast of Finland. Its coordinates are 59.4726667° N latitude and 20.81315° E longitude.

Construction and History

The Suomen Leijona Lighthouse was built in the late 19th century, although the exact year of construction is unknown. It is an example of a traditional Baltic-style structure.

Architecture and Materials

The lighthouse stands at an impressive height of 13 meters (43 feet) with a square base that gradually tapers to a narrow top. Its architectural style is characterized by a tall tower.

Light and Navigation

The Suomen Leijona Lighthouse features a white light with a range of 9 nautical miles (17 kilometers). Its light characteristic is Fl(3)W.15s, indicating that it emits three flashes every 15 seconds. The lighthouse is also equipped with a radar transponder category RACon, group T, and period 30 minutes.

Accessibility and Visiting

The Suomen Leijona Lighthouse was automated many years ago. Visitors can access the surrounding area, but the tower itself is not open to the public due to safety concerns and limited accessibility.

Notable Views and Landscape

The Suomen Leijona Lighthouse offers a breathtaking view of the Baltic Sea and its surrounding landscape. The area is characterized by open waters, with some nearby islands and coastal formations.

Anecdotes and Folklore

Unfortunately, there are no recorded local folklore or unique anecdotes associated with this lighthouse.

Technical and Operational Details

Although still functional for navigation purposes, the lighthouse's light range and radar capabilities are not included in any current nautical charts or publications. The managing authority for this lighthouse is unknown.

Further Information

• * US NGA Pub. 116 (2011-07-07)