Name and Location

Södra Långön fyr is a historic lighthouse located on the western shore of Sweden. Its remote location makes it an important aid to navigation for mariners and sailors.

Construction and History

The exact date of Södra Långön fyr's construction is unknown, but it is believed to have been built in the late 19th century. Originally intended to mark the southernmost point of the Långön Övre reef, which posed a significant hazard to navigation.

Architecture and Materials

No specific information available on architecture or materials used in the construction of Södra Långön fyr.

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse emits a white light with a range of 7 nautical miles (13 kilometers), visible within a sector from 156° to 180°. The light is powered by electricity and has been automated since its construction. There are no records of the lighthouse ever being manually operated.

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors can access the Södra Långön fyr site via a boat or by hiking along the coastal trail. However, the lighthouse is not open to the public for guided tours or visits due to its remote location and operational requirements.

Notable Views and Landscape

Due to the lighthouse's remote location, there are limited photographs available of Södra Långön fyr. However, it is featured in several online galleries and maritime publications as a notable aid to navigation.

Anecdotes and Folklore

No anecdotes or folklore available about Södra Långön fyr.

Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse has two red lights, which indicate a range of 3 nautical miles (5.6 kilometers) within a sector from 180° to 200°. The lighthouse is not equipped with any AIS or radar installations.

Further Information

For more information on Södra Långön fyr, please refer to its Wikipedia page: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Södra_Långön_fyr