Name and Location

The Viten Lighthouse is located in Öckerö, Sweden, situated on the western coast of the country. The official name of this light is Viten, with no local nickname recorded.

Construction and History

The exact date of construction for Viten Lighthouse is unknown, but it is believed to have been built during the 19th century, likely as part of a larger effort to improve maritime safety in the region.

Architecture and Materials

Unfortunately, no information on the architect or architectural style of the Viten Lighthouse could be found. The construction materials used to build Viten Lighthouse are not documented.

Light and Navigation

The light range for Viten Lighthouse is approximately 7 nautical miles (13 kilometers). The light characteristic is marked as "Iso", indicating an intermittent or flashing light. No specific pattern or duration is documented.

Accessibility and Visiting

As of this writing, it appears that Viten Lighthouse is no longer operational for navigation purposes. Whether the lighthouse has been automated or remains manually operated is unclear. Unfortunately, information on public accessibility to the Viten Lighthouse could not be found.

Notable Views and Landscape

The surrounding landscape and environment are not well documented. However, it can be assumed that the lighthouse offers a scenic view of the Baltic Sea and the nearby archipelago.

Anecdotes and Folklore

No significant historical events or local folklore associated with Viten Lighthouse could be found.

Technical and Operational Details

The height of the lighthouse is 11 meters (36 feet), with a focal height of 11 meters (36 feet) above sea level. The managing authority responsible for maintaining and operating the Viten Lighthouse is not documented.

Further Information

• * US NGA Pub. 116 (2011-07-07)