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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

NameÖlands Södra Udde
CityDegerhamn
CountrySweden
Coordinates56.1960574, 16.3985288
Year of construction1785
Eventsshipwrecks; rescues
Storiesmyths; legends
Architectural stylewhite plastered walls and a striking red roof
ArchitectStatens Fastighetsverk
Tower height41.6
Heritage statustrue
Renovations1857; mid-19th century
Access descriptionscenic coastal path from Degerhamn town center
Accessibletrue
Landscape typerocky coast, dunes, island
View descriptionbreathtaking views of the Baltic Sea and the surrounding landscape
Guided tourstrue
Facilitiestoilets, café, gift shop
Opening hoursdaylight hours
Light characteristic"Fl(3)W.15s"
Automatedtrue