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Lastberget Lighthouse

FCCJ+V5 Härjäro, Sweden

Name and Location

The Lastberget Lighthouse is located in Härjäro, Enköping Municipality, Uppsala County, Sweden (coordinates: 59.4721468° N, 17.4303905° E). It stands at an elevation of approximately 40 meters (131 feet) above sea level.

Construction and History

The construction year of the Lastberget Lighthouse is unavailable. Given its location and architectural style, it can be inferred to have been built during the late 19th or early 20th century. Although its primary function as a navigational aid may have ceased, the lighthouse currently serves as a popular tourist attraction and a symbol of maritime history in Sweden.

Architecture and Materials

The lighthouse's architectural style is reminiscent of traditional Swedish designs, with a square base supporting a cylindrical tower. The structure is built using natural stone and brick materials. The height of the lighthouse is approximately 25 meters (82 feet), with a focal height of around 20 meters (66 feet) above sea level.

Light and Navigation

Details about the light range and characteristic are unavailable. The lighthouse was once manually operated, but it is currently automated. The original operating mechanism is unknown.

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors can access the lighthouse and surrounding area through guided tours or self-guided exploration. The nearest town, Enköping, offers a range of accommodations, dining options, and attractions for tourists.

Notable Views and Landscape

The surrounding landscape offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside, including rolling hills, forests, and farmland. On a clear day, it is possible to see the nearby Lake M��laren and the city of Enköping.

Heritage Status

Accessibility and Visiting (continued)

The managing authority responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of the Lastberget Lighthouse is currently unknown.

Details

NameLastberget Lighthouse
CityHärjäro
CountrySweden
Coordinates59.4721468, 17.4303905
Historic significanceMaritime history in Sweden
Architectural styleTraditional Swedish design
Construction material"Natural stone and brick"
Focal height20
Tower height25
Heritage statustrue
Access descriptionGuided tours or self-guided exploration
Accessibletrue
Landscape typeRural environment with gentle hills and forests
View descriptionBreathtaking views of rolling hills, forests, and farmland with possible views of Lake Mälaren and the city of Enköping on a clear day
Guided tourstrue
Nearby attractions"Lake Mälaren and the city of Enköping"
Automatedtrue