Name and Location

The Lilla Varholmen Lighthouse is located in Torslanda, Sweden, at coordinates 57°40'59"N, 11°42'2"E.

Construction and History

While the exact construction date of the lighthouse is unknown, it is believed to have been built during the 19th century. The original purpose of the structure is unclear, but it likely provided aid to mariners navigating the waters surrounding the entrance to the Göta River.

Architecture and Materials

No information available on architecture or materials used in the construction of the lighthouse.

Light and Navigation

• Iso red light (29 meters high): Active for 3 seconds every 30 seconds, with a range of 5 nautical miles.
• Iso green light (29 meters high): Active for 3 seconds every 30 seconds, with a range of 4 nautical miles.
• Iso white light (29 meters high): Active for 3 seconds every 30 seconds, with a range of 10 nautical miles.

Accessibility and Visiting

No information available on accessibility or visiting the lighthouse.

Notable Views and Landscape

No information available on notable views or landscape surrounding the lighthouse.

Anecdotes and Folklore

Unfortunately, there are no available records detailing the lighthouse's original construction or any notable events in its history.

Technical and Operational Details

The Lilla Varholmen Lighthouse is classified as a "light_minor" by the Swedish maritime authorities and is maintained by the United States National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (US NGA). The structure has been documented in various publications, including Pub. 116, which was published in 2021.

Further Information

The Lilla Varholmen lighthouse is one of many important beacons along the Swedish coast, providing critical aid to mariners navigating the country's waters.