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Naven Fyr

NAVENS FYR, KÅLLANDSÖ, 531 99 Lidköping, Sweden

Name and Location

The Naven Fyr Lighthouse is located in Lidköping, Sweden, situated in Kållandsö. Its official name is Navens Fyr, with the local nickname being simply "Naven Fyr".

Construction and History

Unfortunately, the exact year of construction is unknown. However, it's believed to have been built during the early 20th century as part of modernization efforts in Swedish maritime infrastructure.

Architecture and Materials

The Naven Fyr lighthouse features a traditional tower design with a white-painted structure rising above the surrounding landscape. The materials used for construction are not specified, but it's common for lighthouses to be built using durable materials such as stone or concrete.

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse exhibits a light characteristic pattern of LFl (lighthouse flash) every 10 seconds, with a range of approximately 10 kilometers (6.2 miles). The light's color is white, making it visible from a distance.

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors are not permitted to enter the lighthouse tower due to safety concerns. However, the surrounding landscape offers scenic views, making it a popular spot for photographers and nature enthusiasts. Visitors can access the area surrounding the Naven Fyr lighthouse.

Notable Views and Landscape

The Naven Fyr lighthouse is situated in a picturesque area with rolling hills and dense forests. Visitors can enjoy stunning views of the surrounding landscape from nearby vantage points.

Anecdotes and Folklore

Unfortunately, there are no local folklore or unique anecdotes related to the Naven Fyr lighthouse.

Technical and Operational Details

The height of the Naven Fyr lighthouse is approximately 10 meters (33 feet), with a focal height of 12 meters (39 feet) above sea level. The coordinates for the Naven Fyr lighthouse are 58.7013067° N, 13.1090674° E.

Further Information

No Wikipedia article exists for this lighthouse. Visitors can access the area surrounding the Naven Fyr lighthouse and enjoy nearby attractions such as hiking trails, scenic viewpoints, and picturesque villages.

Details

NameNaven Fyr
CityLidköping
CountrySweden
Coordinates58.7013067, 13.1090674
Architectural styleTraditional tower design
Focal height12
Tower height10
Access descriptionScenic views and nearby vantage points
Landscape typeRocky coast, dunes
View descriptionPicnic area with rolling hills and dense forests
FacilitiesToilets, Café
Nearby attractions["Hiking trails","Scenic viewpoints","Picnic areas"]
Light characteristic"LFl (lighthouse flash) every 10 seconds"
Light range6.2