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Kopphäll

Almasvägen

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Kopphäll Lighthouse

The Kopphäll lighthouse is located on the island of Korpo in Finland.

History

  • The construction of the Kopphäll lighthouse began in 1857 and was completed in 1860.

Architecture

The Kopphäll lighthouse stands at a height of approximately 8 meters (26 feet) above sea level, with a focal height of around 25 meters (82 feet).

  • The tower is constructed from stone and features a distinctive shape.
  • It has three lantern rooms, each with a different color: green, red, and white.

Light Characteristics

The Kopphäll lighthouse emits a VQ character signal, visible in groups of two, with a period of 3 seconds between each group.

The light is reported to have a range of 4 nautical miles (7.4 kilometers).

Architect and Construction Materials

The architect responsible for the design of the Kopphäll lighthouse is not specified.

Location

The Kopphäll lighthouse is situated on Almasvägen, Korpo, Finland.

It is easily accessible by land, with a nearby town offering amenities such as accommodations and dining options.

Current Status

The Kopphäll lighthouse remains an active aid to navigation, although its status may be subject to change.

Heritage Status

The Kopphäll lighthouse has been designated as a notable landmark in Finland.

The Kopphäll lighthouse is located on the island of Korpo in Finland. The architect responsible for the design of the Kopphäll lighthouse is not specified.

Details

NameKopphäll
CityKorpo
CountryFinland
Coordinates60.127033, 21.671576
Current useactive aid to navigation
Accessibletrue