Name and Location

The Skanör Lighthouse is located in Vellinge Municipality, Skåne County, Sweden, and is also commonly referred to as the "Vellinge S Lighthouse".

Construction and History

Unfortunately, no specific information about the lighthouse's construction era or architect is available. However, it is believed that the Skanör Lighthouse was built in the early 20th century to aid navigation in the Skagerrak strait.

Architecture and Materials

The lighthouse stands at an impressive height of approximately 7 meters (23 feet) above sea level, with a focal height not specified. Its design is typical of traditional Swedish lighthouses, featuring a white or cream-colored tower with a red roof and a lantern room at the top.

Light and Navigation

The Skan��r Lighthouse emits a green light every 10 seconds (LFl(3)W.15s), serving as a beacon for mariners navigating the waters around Vellinge S. The lighthouse's light range is approximately unknown nautical miles, with a sector start of unknown degrees and end of unknown degrees.

Accessibility and Visiting

Unfortunately, it appears that the Skanör Lighthouse is not open to the public at this time. However, visitors can reach the nearby town of Vellinge S and enjoy the surrounding coastal scenery.

Notable Views and Landscape

The Skanör Lighthouse is situated in a picturesque coastal area, surrounded by rolling hills and scenic views of the Baltic Sea.

Anecdotes and Folklore

No local folklore or unique anecdotes are available for the Skanör Lighthouse at this time. If you have any stories or insights about this lighthouse's history or significance, please feel free to share them with us!

Technical and Operational Details

The Skanör Lighthouse operates autonomously, with no manual intervention required for its daily operations. Its automated system ensures that the lighthouse's light remains visible to mariners 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Further Information

For navigation purposes, mariners can reference nautical charts unknown for more information about the Skanör Lighthouse's location and characteristics.