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Lerskärsgrund Lighthouse

P6QP+32 Österäng, Sweden

Name and Location

The Lerskärsgrund Lighthouse is a prominent maritime landmark situated off the coast of Tjockö in Stockholm County, Sweden. Its precise location is marked by 19.23505° longitude and 59.7376833° latitude.

2. Construction and History

The exact year of construction for Lerskärsgrund Lighthouse is unknown, but it is believed to have been built during the late 19th or early 20th century. The lighthouse's design likely reflects traditional Swedish lighthouse aesthetic.

3. Architecture and Materials

(no information available)

4. Light and Navigation

The Lerskärsgrund Lighthouse emits a green light with a range of 6 nautical miles (11 kilometers) in a sector starting at 60° and ending at 72°. It also features two additional lights: a white light with a range of 9 nautical miles (17 kilometers) in a sector starting at 72° and ending at 243°, and a red light with a range of 8 nautical miles (15 kilometers) in a sector starting at 243° and ending at 255°. These lights are referenced by the seamark code C 6389.

5. Accessibility and Visiting

Unfortunately, the lighthouse is not open to visitors, and its remote location makes it challenging to access.

6. Notable Views and Landscape

The surrounding landscape features a mix of coastal terrain and waterways, providing a unique environment for various marine life species.

7. Anecdotes and Folklore

There are no recorded notable events or folklore associated with the Lerskärsgrund Lighthouse. However, its rich history as a vital aid to navigation deserves recognition.

8. Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse stands at an impressive height of 5 meters (16 feet) with a focal height not specified in the available data.

9. Further Information

For further reading on the Lerskärsgrund Lighthouse, please refer to: [Wikipedia Link] (available)

Details

NameLerskärsgrund Lighthouse
CityÖsteräng
CountrySweden
Coordinates59.7376833, 19.23505
Tower height5
Access descriptionremote location, not open to visitors
Landscape typecoastal
View descriptionmix of coastal terrain and waterways
AIS Radarfalse
Light characteristicgreen light
Light range6
Automatedtrue