Name and Location

Kattholmen Fyr is a historic lighthouse located at 3564+7F Lunneviken, Sweden, in Strömstad Municipality, Västra Götaland County.

Construction and History

The Kattholmen Fyr was built in the late 19th century as a minor lighthouse. Its original purpose was to guide mariners through the treacherous waters of the North Sea.

Architecture and Materials

The lighthouse features a typical Swedish design, with a tower height of approximately 9 meters (29.5 feet) and a focal height of around 12 meters (39.4 feet). The construction materials used are wood and iron.

Light and Navigation

The Kattholmen Fyr features a Fl (three flashes) light pattern, with different colors and periods for each flash: green, period 3 seconds, range 4 nautical miles; white, period 3 seconds, range 6 nautical miles; red, period 3 seconds, range 5 nautical miles.

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors can access the lighthouse grounds during daylight hours. The interior of the tower is not open to the public. Accommodation options and amenities are available in nearby Strömstad.

Notable Views and Landscape

The lighthouse overlooks the picturesque Lunneviken Bay, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. The area is known for its natural beauty and rich marine life.

Anecdotes and Folklore

There are no notable folklore or anecdotes about Kattholmen Fyr. However, it's said that the lighthouse has been an important aid to navigation for centuries, helping many ships safely navigate the waters of the North Sea.

Technical and Operational Details

The Kattholmen Fyr has been automated and no longer serves as an active aid to navigation. No AIS (Automatic Identification System) or radar installation is available at the lighthouse.

Further Information

For more information about Kattholmen Fyr and its history, please consult the following references: A comprehensive report on lighthouses in Sweden; the Wikipedia article provides an overview of the lighthouse's architecture, history, and significance.