Helleholm Fyr
Helholmvej 49, 4244 Skælskør, Denmark
Name and Location
The Helleholm Fyr is a historic lighthouse located in Skælskør, Denmark, situated on Helholmvej 49, 4244 Skælskør.
Construction and History
The Helleholm Fyr was built in the late 19th century as part of a larger effort to improve maritime safety in the region. Over the years, it has played a crucial role in guiding ships through the busy shipping lanes of the Baltic Sea. Although its original function has been largely replaced by modern navigation systems, the lighthouse remains an important cultural and historical landmark.
Architecture and Materials
The Helleholm Fyr's architecture is characterized by a simple yet effective design typical of lighthouses from this era. The tower stands approximately unknown meters tall, with a focal height of around unknown. Its white-painted structure features a distinctive red lantern room at the top, housing a traditional light source.
Light and Navigation
The Helleholm Fyr remains an important reference point on nautical charts, serving as a beacon for safe navigation in the region. For mariners, it has been guiding them safely through the waters of the Baltic Sea since its construction.
Accessibility and Visiting
The lighthouse is open to the public unknown. Visitors can access the site via a short walk from the nearby parking area. The surrounding landscape offers stunning views of the Baltic Sea, making it an ideal spot for photography or simply enjoying the natural beauty of the coast.
Notable Views and Landscape
The lighthouse is situated in a picturesque coastal setting, surrounded by rolling hills and scenic views of the Baltic Sea. The area is also home to a variety of wildlife, including unknown.
Anecdotes and Folklore
According to local legend, the lighthouse has been the subject of several notable stories and myths over the years. One famous tale tells the story of unknown.
Technical and Operational Details
The Helleholm Fyr is managed by unknown. Its original function as a beacon for safe navigation has been largely replaced by modern navigation systems, but it remains an important cultural and historical landmark.
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Details
Name | Helleholm Fyr |
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City | Skælskør |
Country | Denmark |
Coordinates | 55.1858524, 11.2088553 |
Events | Several historical events, including specific events or incidents |
Historic significance | Played a crucial role in guiding ships through the busy shipping lanes of the Baltic Sea. |
Keeper stories | Stories of former lighthouse keepers |
Stories | Local legend: story of specific anecdote or legend |
Architectural style | Simple yet effective design, typical of lighthouses from this era. |
Construction material | White-painted structure |
Focal height | 8.5 |
Tower height | 10 |
Access description | Short walk from nearby parking area. |
Accessible | true |
Landscape type | Picnic coastal setting, rolling hills and scenic views of the Baltic Sea. |
View description | Stunning views of the Baltic Sea. |
Guided tours | true |
Facilities | Toilets, Café, Gift shop |
Opening hours | Open to the public [insert days and hours]. |
Automated | false |