Name and Location

The Boveteskär Lighthouse, also known as Botveskar, stands tall in Öster��ng, Sweden. It is located at an impressive height of 7 meters (23 feet) above sea level.

Construction and History

The construction date of the Boveteskär Lighthouse is not well-documented, but it is believed to have been built in the late 19th or early 20th century. Its original purpose was to guide mariners through the treacherous waters surrounding the Stockholm archipelago.

Architecture and Materials

No information available on architecture and materials.

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse features a unique light display characterized by: Fl (3) W.15s, a flashing white light with a range of 9 nautical miles, emitted every 6 seconds. Additionally, it has a Red Sector, a sector light with a red color aimed at an angle of 259° to guide vessels through a specific area.

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors can access the surrounding area, but the interior is not open to the public. The nearest town is Gräddö, located approximately 10 kilometers (6.2 miles) away.

Notable Views and Landscape

No information available on notable views and landscape.

Anecdotes and Folklore

No anecdotes or folklore available about this lighthouse.

Technical and Operational Details

The Boveteskär Lighthouse is part of the Swedish Lighthouses network and is managed by the Swedish Maritime Administration. The coordinates are: Latitude 59.7333399°, Longitude 19.1827768°, Elevation 7 meters (23 feet).

Further Information

For more information, please visit the Swedish Maritime Administration's website or consult with Wikidata: Q33129653.