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Riksdalerskäret Lighthouse

4CCG+7H Orninge, Sweden

Name and Location

Riksdalerskäret Lighthouse stands tall in the picturesque Swedish archipelago, situated at coordinates (59.1206518, 18.4264265).

Construction and History

Riksdalerskäret Lighthouse was constructed during the era of rapid maritime growth and expansion. The exact year of its construction is unknown.

Architecture and Materials

The lighthouse features a compact structure with a square base and a tapering tower. Its foundation is built on bedrock, ensuring stability and endurance against the harsh marine environment.

Light and Navigation

The Riksdalerskäret Lighthouse boasts an impressive array of light characteristics: Fl(3)W.15s (three white flashes every 15 seconds, with a range of 6 nautical miles or 11 kilometers) and Fl(2)W.10s (two white flashes every 10 seconds, covering a range of 10 nautical miles or 18.5 kilometers). These light characteristics serve as a visual warning system for vessels approaching the area.

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors can reach Riksdalerskäret Lighthouse via a short boat ride from the mainland or by walking along the shore during low tide. Due to safety concerns, access to the lighthouse itself may be restricted, but the surrounding area offers breathtaking views of the archipelago and its rich marine life.

Notable Views and Landscape

The surrounding area provides stunning views of the archipelago and its rich marine life.

Technical and Operational Details

Not available.

Further Information

Details

NameRiksdalerskäret Lighthouse
City
CountrySweden
Coordinates59.1206518, 18.4264265
Year of construction1900
Historic significanceintegral part of Sweden's maritime infrastructure and cultural importance
Architectural styletraditional Swedish style
Focal height4
Tower height13
Access descriptionshort boat ride from the mainland or by walking along the shore during low tide
Accessibletrue
Landscape typearchipelago
View descriptionbreathtaking views of the archipelago and its rich marine life
Nearby attractionsMaritime Museum of Sweden, Swedish Maritime Administration
AIS Radartrue
Light characteristicFl(3)W.15s, Fl(2)W.10s
Light range6, 10
Automatedtrue