Name and Location

The Gasholm Lighthouse stands tall in the picturesque village of Gasadalur, Vágar, Faroe Islands. Its official name is Gasholm, while its local nickname is Leuchtturm Gåsholm (German). The lighthouse's coordinates are Latitude: 62.0801667 and Longitude: -7.460999999999999.

2. Construction and History

The exact year of construction and era for the Gasholm Lighthouse are not specified in available data. However, it is known that this remarkable structure has played a vital role as an aid to navigation for mariners traversing the treacherous waters of the North Atlantic.

3. Architecture and Materials

The style and materials used in the construction of Gasholm Lighthouse are not specified in available data.

4. Light and Navigation

The lighthouse stands at a height of 32 meters (105 feet) with a focal height not available. Its light range is 5 nautical miles (9.2 kilometers), and its characteristic is Fl (3) W.15s (no data on light color). Although no longer used as a traditional lighthouse, this structure likely still serves as a beacon for navigation.

5. Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors can access the Gasholm Lighthouse, but details on accessibility and reaching it are not provided.

6. Notable Views and Landscape

The surrounding landscape offers breathtaking views of the Faroe Islands' unique natural beauty. The lighthouse is situated in a picturesque village surrounded by rugged, green hills and scenic coastline.

7. Anecdotes and Folklore

No local folklore or unique anecdotes are available about this lighthouse.

8. Technical and Operational Details

The status of automation (automated or manual operation) is not specified in available data. No information is available on AIS or radar installation. The surrounding landscape offers breathtaking views of the Faroe Islands' unique natural beauty.

9. Further Information

For further reading, refer to US NGA Pub. 115 (2010).