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Pater Noster Fyr

Pater Nosterskären 1, 471 51 Klädesholmen, Sweden

Name and Location

The Pater Noster Fyr is a historic lighthouse located on the eastern side of the Pater Nosterskären, near Klädesholmen, Sweden.

Construction and History

The Pater Noster Fyr was constructed in 1857 during the mid-19th century era of significant maritime activity in the region. The structure was designed to provide safe navigation for ships passing through the busy waters around Sweden's west coast.

Architecture and Materials

The Pater Noster Fyr is a metal tower, measuring 32.4 meters (106 feet) in height. Its robust construction allows it to withstand harsh marine conditions, including strong winds and rough seas.

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse emits a white light with a characteristic sequence of LFl (Long Flash every 10 seconds). The light has a range of 11.5 nautical miles and a period of 15 seconds.

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors can access the lighthouse, but it is not open to the general public. Due to its remote location, it requires a guided tour or specialized permission to reach the site.

Notable Views and Landscape

The Pater Noster Fyr offers breathtaking views of the surrounding waters and the Swedish coastline. The landscape is characterized by rugged cliffs, rocky shores, and dense forests.

Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse has been automated since its construction, operating without human intervention. Although no longer an active aid to navigation, it has been repurposed as a symbol of maritime heritage and a popular subject for photographers and historians.

Further Information

Details

NamePater Noster Fyr
City
CountrySweden
Coordinates57.895997, 11.4658095
Year of construction1857
Eventsshipwrecks, rescues
Storiesseveral anecdotes
Architectural stylemetal tower
Focal height36
Tower height32.4
Heritage statustrue
Renovationsrepurposed as a symbol of maritime heritage
Access descriptionGuided tour or specialized permission required
Accessiblefalse
Landscape typerugged cliffs, rocky shores, and dense forests
View descriptionBreathtaking views of the surrounding waters and the Swedish coastline
Guided tourstrue
Facilitiestoilets, café, gift shop
Light characteristicLFl (Long Flash every 10 seconds)
Light range11.5
Automatedtrue