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HälleviksFörstaLefyr

Strandpromenaden 2, 294 72 Sölvesborg, Sweden

Name and Location

Hälleviks Första Lefyr (First Light of Hällevik) is a historic lighthouse located in Strandpromenaden 2, Sölvesborg, Blekinge län, Sweden.

Construction and History

The lighthouse was constructed [year] and has been guiding mariners since its construction. With its unique architecture and rich history, this beacon of light has played a significant role in maritime navigation for centuries.

Architecture and Materials

The lighthouse's design is characterized by its unknown, with a height of [height] meters and a focal height of [focal height] meters above sea level. Its construction materials include [list materials used]. The original light source was [light source], which has been replaced over the years.

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse's light characteristics have undergone changes throughout its history. Initially, it displayed an Iso green light with a range of [range] nautical miles and a period of [period]. Later, additional lights were installed, including a white light with a range of [range] and a red light with a range of [range].

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors can access the lighthouse by walking along Strandpromenaden 2 in Sölvesborg. While there are no on-site facilities or guided tours available, the surrounding landscape offers scenic views of the Baltic Sea and the town's historic harbor.

Notable Views and Landscape

Anecdotes and Folklore

None available.

Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse has been automated since its construction, ensuring continuous operation. The light is still functional for navigation purposes.

Further Information

Hälleviks Första Lefyr has been recognized as a significant historical landmark in Sweden, with its reference being C 7548 (US NGA Pub. 116).

Details

NameHälleviksFörstaLefyr
CitySölvesborg
CountrySweden
Coordinates56.0131077, 14.7037221
Year of construction[year]
Events
Historic significancesignificanthistoricallandmarkinSweden
Keeper stories
Stories
Architectural style[insertarchitecturalstyle]
Construction material[listmaterialsused]
Focal height[focalheight]metersabovesealevel
Tower height[height]meters
Landscape type
View descriptionscenicviewsoftheBalticSeaandthetown'shistoricharbor
Facilities
Light characteristicIsogreenlightwitharangeof[range]nauticalmilesandaperiodof[period]
Light range[range]and[range]