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Kycklingen Lighthouse

494F+J5 Sandemar, Sweden

Name and Location

The Kycklingen Lighthouse is located in Sandemar, Sweden, at the address "494F+J5 Sandemar, Sweden". This picturesque location provides a vantage point to guide vessels safely through the surrounding waters.

Construction and History

Dating back to the late 19th century, this lighthouse has played a crucial role in maritime navigation for over a century. The official name of the lighthouse is Kycklingen.

Architecture and Materials

The Kycklingen Lighthouse features traditional Swedish architectural style, with a red-painted tower standing approximately 10 meters (32.8 feet) tall. The structure is constructed from local materials, including stone and wood.

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse is equipped with three separate lights, each with its unique characteristics: an iso (green) light with a range of 7 nautical miles and a period of 4 seconds; an iso (white) light with a range of 10 nautical miles and a period of 4 seconds; and an iso (red) light with a range of 8 nautical miles and a period of 4 seconds.

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors can access the surrounding area and enjoy the scenic views. However, direct access to the tower or interior is not possible.

Notable Views and Landscape

From its vantage point, the Kycklingen Lighthouse offers breathtaking views of the surrounding waters and the nearby town of Sandemar. The lighthouse is situated in a picturesque coastal area with rolling hills and dense forests, characterized by a mix of sandy beaches, rocky shores, and sandy dunes.

Anecdotes and Folklore

There are no notable local folklore or unique anecdotes associated with the Kycklingen Lighthouse.

Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse's operation status is unknown. No information is available regarding Automatic Identification System (AIS) or radar installation at this lighthouse.

Further Information

For further reading, please consult the US NGA Pub. 116 (2011-07-07) or other relevant sources.

Details

NameKycklingen Lighthouse
CitySandemar
CountrySweden
Coordinates59.1066132, 18.3728788
Architectural styleTraditional Swedish
Construction materialstone, wood
Tower height10
Landscape typeCoastal area with rolling hills, dense forests, sandy beaches, rocky shores, and sandy dunes
View descriptionBreathtaking views of the surrounding waters and the nearby town of Sandemar
Nearby attractionshistoric buildings, museums, outdoor recreational activities
Light characteristic{"Iso (green) light":"Range of 7 nautical miles, period of 4 seconds","Iso (white) light":"Range of 10 nautical miles, period of 4 seconds","Iso (red) light":"Range of 8 nautical miles, period of 4 seconds"}
Light range{"Iso (green) light":7,"Iso (white) light":10,"Iso (red) light":8}