Ölands Södra Udde
Ottenby 401, 386 64 Degerhamn, Sweden
Name and Location
Ölands Södra Udde Lighthouse is located in the picturesque town of Degerhamn, Sweden, on the southern coast of Öland Island.
Construction and History
Architecture and Materials
The lighthouse's architectural style is characterized by its white plastered walls and a striking red roof. Standing at an impressive height of 41.6 meters (137 feet), the tower features a distinctive cylindrical shape, with a narrow lantern room at the top. The structure was designed to withstand harsh marine conditions and has been meticulously maintained over the years.
Light and Navigation
The lighthouse remains an active aid to navigation, albeit with some changes. In 2002, it was automated, and its light characteristic was modified to a Fl(3)W.15s pattern (three white flashes every 15 seconds). The structure is now part of Sweden's national heritage, managed by Statens Fastighetsverk.
Accessibility and Visiting
Visitors can access the lighthouse via a scenic coastal path from Degerhamn town center. The site is open to the public during daylight hours, offering breathtaking views of the Baltic Sea and the surrounding landscape. Guided tours are available upon request.
Notable Views and Landscape
The lighthouse offers stunning views of the Baltic Sea and the surrounding landscape.
Anecdotes and Folklore
There are no notable anecdotes or folklore associated with Ölands Södra Udde Lighthouse.
Technical and Operational Details
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Details
Name | Ölands Södra Udde |
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City | Degerhamn |
Country | Sweden |
Coordinates | 56.1960574, 16.3985288 |
Year of construction | 1785 |
Events | shipwrecks; rescues |
Stories | myths; legends |
Architectural style | white plastered walls and a striking red roof |
Architect | Statens Fastighetsverk |
Tower height | 41.6 |
Heritage status | true |
Renovations | 1857; mid-19th century |
Access description | scenic coastal path from Degerhamn town center |
Accessible | true |
Landscape type | rocky coast, dunes, island |
View description | breathtaking views of the Baltic Sea and the surrounding landscape |
Guided tours | true |
Facilities | toilets, café, gift shop |
Opening hours | daylight hours |
Light characteristic | "Fl(3)W.15s" |
Automated | true |