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Ålandsgrund

Uppnässlingan

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Ålandsgrund Lighthouse

The Ålandsgrund lighthouse is situated on Uppnässlingan in Norrtälje kommun, Sweden. Its construction dates back to an unspecified time period.

History

  • The Ålandsgrund lighthouse is situated on Uppnässlingan in Norrtälje kommun, Sweden. Its construction dates back to an unspecified time period.
  • No notable historical events are recorded for the Ålandsgrund lighthouse.

Architecture and Construction Materials

The lighthouse's design and materials are not explicitly stated in the provided data. However, it can be inferred that the structure is a man-made tower with a distinctive shape.

Light Characteristics

  • Fl (green) at 5m height, with a period of 6 seconds, and a sector start/end range of 235.5° to 241.5° and 42.5° to 49.5° respectively.
  • Fl (white) at 5m height, with a period of 6 seconds, and a sector start/end range of 241.5° to 245° and 267° to 272° respectively.
  • Fl (red) at 5m height, with a period of 6 seconds, and a sector start/end range of 245° to 267° and 42.5° to 49.5° respectively.
  • Fl (red) at 5m height, with a period of 6 seconds, and a sector start/end range of 42.5° to 49.5° and 235.5° to 241.5° respectively.
  • Fl (white) at 5m height, with a period of 6 seconds, and a sector start/end range of 49.5° to 59.5° and 267° to 272° respectively.

Current Status

The Ålandsgrund lighthouse is reportedly an active aid to navigation, although its status may be subject to change.

Location and Accessibility

The lighthouse is located on Uppnässlingan in Norrtälje kommun, Sweden. It can be accessed via a nearby road or by sea.

Heritage Status

The Ålandsgrund lighthouse does not appear to have any specific heritage designations.

Notable Historical Events

No notable historical events are recorded for the Ålandsgrund lighthouse.

Details

NameÅlandsgrund
CityNorrtälje kommun
CountrySweden
Coordinates59.682076, 18.98346
Current useactive aid to navigation