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Brämö Kalvs fyr

5MJG+M2 Sanna, Sweden

Name and Location

The Brämö Kalvs Fyr, also known locally as "Kalvs Fyr", is a historic lighthouse located in the Västernorrland County, Sweden. It stands at an impressive height of 12 meters (39 feet) above sea level.

Construction and History

Built in 1875, the Brämö Kalvs Fyr was constructed to serve as a guidance aid for mariners navigating the waters of the Baltic Sea. Its official name is Bramo Kalv.

Architecture and Materials

No information available on architecture and materials used in the construction of the Brämö Kalvs Fyr.

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse is equipped with a Fl (3) W.15s light characteristic, which means that it emits a flashing white light every 15 seconds. The light has a range of approximately 10 nautical miles (18 kilometers).

Accessibility and Visiting

As of our knowledge cutoff, the Brämö Kalvs Fyr has been decommissioned as a functioning lighthouse. However, it remains an important historical landmark and is open to visitors who can access it through guided tours.

Notable Views and Landscape

The lighthouse stands on a small island in the Baltic Sea, surrounded by scenic coastal scenery. Visitors can enjoy the picturesque views of the sea and the surrounding countryside.

Technical and Operational Details

No information available on technical and operational details of the Brämö Kalvs Fyr.

Further Information

For further reading, we recommend consulting the US NGA Pub. 116 (2011-07-07) or exploring online resources such as Wikipedia (Q41558832).

Details

NameBrämö Kalvs fyr
City
CountryOther
Coordinates62.1817, 17.675