Name and Location

The Hummelkläpp Lighthouse is located in Dalarö, Sweden, on the southeastern coast of Stockholm County. Its official name is Hummelkläppen, with the local nickname being Hummelklapp. The exact address is Hummelkläppen 1, 137 70 Dalarö, Sweden.

Construction and History

The construction of the Hummelkläpp Lighthouse began in 1857 and was completed in 1860, during the era of the Swedish Empire (1611-1721). This lighthouse has played a crucial role in guiding mariners through the treacherous waters of the Baltic Sea for over 160 years.

Architecture and Materials

The Hummelkläpp Lighthouse is constructed from brick with a tower height of approximately 6 meters (19.7 feet). The architecture style is not specified.

Light and Navigation

The focal height of the light is 6 meters (19.7 feet), with a range of 6 nautical miles (11 kilometers). The light characteristic is Iso (isotropic), with a color of green, white, and red, depending on the sector.

Accessibility and Visiting

The lighthouse was automated at some point, but no information is available on when this occurred. The current public accessibility of the lighthouse is not specified. There are no guided tours or on-site facilities available to visitors.

Notable Views and Landscape

The view from the top of the lighthouse offers a panoramic vista of the Baltic Sea and surrounding coastal landscape. The surrounding landscape is characterized by rugged cliffs, rocky shores, and dense forests.

Anecdotes and Folklore

No notable stories are available from former lighthouse keepers or notable visitors to the Hummelkläpp Lighthouse.

Technical and Operational Details

The Hummelkläpp Lighthouse serves as a navigation point for mariners navigating through the Baltic Sea. Nautical chart references include C 6648. The lighthouse is not equipped with AIS or radar.

Further Information

• The Hummelkläpp Lighthouse is listed on Wikipedia as Q33134263.