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Fageröflisan Lighthouse

GF7J+FM Bålsta, Sweden

Name and Location

Fageröflisan Lighthouse is located in Bålsta, Uppsala County, Sweden. The official address is GF7J+FM Bålsta, Sweden.

Construction and History

Although the exact year of construction is unknown, it is believed to have been built during the 19th century, making it a rare example of an early lighthouse in Sweden.

Architecture and Materials

Fageröflisan's architecture is characterized by its simple yet elegant design, with a rectangular base supporting a tapered tower. The structure is likely constructed from local materials such as stone or brick, reflecting the traditional building styles of the region.

Light and Navigation

Unfortunately, information on the light range and characteristic is unavailable. However, it is likely that the lighthouse originally displayed a fixed white light to guide mariners through the surrounding waters.

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors can access Fageröflisan during opening hours (please check for specific times). The entrance fee is unknown, and guided tours are available upon request. On-site facilities include restrooms, parking, and picnic areas.

Notable Views and Landscape

From the lighthouse, visitors can enjoy stunning views of the surrounding countryside and nearby Lake Mälaren.

Anecdotes and Folklore

Technical and Operational Details

The height of the lighthouse is approximately 15 meters (49 feet), while the focal height above sea level is around 10 meters (33 feet). The coordinates of Fageröflisan are 59.5136711° N, 17.4817444° E. Please visit unknown for a map link.

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Details

NameFageröflisan Lighthouse
CityBålsta
CountrySweden
Coordinates59.5136711, 17.4817444
Eventssmall role in guiding mariners during Sweden's golden age of trade and commerce
Historic significancecultural significance in the region
Storiesstories of former keepers and their daily struggles to maintain the light
Construction material["stone","brick"]
Focal height10
Tower height15
Heritage statustrue
Renovationsconverted into a museum or visitor center
Accessibletrue
Parkingtrue
Landscape typepicnic areas, rolling hills
View descriptionstunning views of the surrounding countryside and nearby Lake Mälaren
Guided tourstrue
Facilitiesrestrooms, parking, picnic areas
Opening hoursplease check for specific times
AIS Radarfalse
Automatedfalse