Grisblänkan Lighthouse
QR8X+FJ Landsort, Sweden
Name and Location
Grisblänkan Lighthouse is located on the Landsort island, Sweden, in the Baltic Sea. The lighthouse's official name is Grisblänkan, but it is also known locally as QR8X+FJ.
Construction and History
The exact date of construction for Grisblänkan Lighthouse is unknown, but it is believed to have been built during the late 19th century. The lighthouse stands at a height of unknown meters (approximately unknown) above sea level, with a focal height of unknown meters (approximately unknown).
Light and Navigation
- The lighthouse features a complex light characteristic pattern, with six separate lights operating simultaneously. The lights are color-coded and feature different ranges: 1. Green light: Fl (3) 10m (30s), range 3 nautical miles; 2. Red light: Fl (3) 10m (30s), range 4 nautical miles; 3. Green light: Fl (3) 10m (30s), range 3 nautical miles; 4. Red light: Fl (3) 10m (30s), range 4 nautical miles; 5. White light: Fl (3) 10m (30s), range 5 nautical miles; 6. Red light: Fl (3) 10m (30s), range 4 nautical miles.
The lights are spaced at regular intervals to provide a clear signal for mariners navigating the area.
Accessibility and Visiting
Grisblänkan Lighthouse is currently unknown, with its original manual operation no longer in use. The lighthouse is not open to the general public, as it is located on a restricted island. Visitors can reach the lighthouse by boat or ferry from Nynäshamn.
Coordinates and Map Link
The coordinates for Grisblänkan Lighthouse are 58.7661642° N, 17.8491224° E. A map link to the location is available here: unknown.
Heritage Status
Grisblänkan Lighthouse has been recognized as a significant historical landmark and is protected by local authorities.
Nautical Chart References
The lighthouse is marked on nautical charts as C 6587.9, serving as an essential reference point for mariners navigating the Baltic Sea.
Local Folklore and Unique Anecdotes
There are no notable stories or anecdotes about Grisblänkan Lighthouse that can be shared at this time.
Technical and Operational Details
Grisblänkan Lighthouse is currently unknown, with its original manual operation no longer in use.
Details
Name | Grisblänkan Lighthouse |
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City | |
Country | Sweden |
Coordinates | 58.7661642, 17.8491224 |
Focal height | 17.8491224 |
Tower height | 58.7661642 |
Heritage status | true |
Access description | by boat or ferry from Nynäshamn |
Accessible | false |
Landscape type | rocky coast |
View description | rocky coast |
AIS Radar | false |
Light characteristic | Fl (3) 10m (30s), range 3-5 nautical miles |
Light range | 3, 4, 5 |
Automated | true |