Djursholmsudde Lighthouse

The Djursholmsudde lighthouse is situated on Fyrstigen in Djursholm, Sweden.

This coastal town is easily accessible by car or public transportation.

History

• The Djursholmsudde lighthouse was built in 1950.
• It has been an important aid to navigation for mariners and fishermen in the area ever since its construction.

Architecture

The lighthouse stands at a height of approximately 25 meters (82 feet) above sea level, with a focal height of around 30 meters (98 feet).

The tower is constructed from concrete and features a distinctive design.

The light source is a modern LED system.

Light Characteristics

• The Djursholmsudde lighthouse emits a green light with a range of 3 nautical miles (5.6 km) in the first sector, white light with a range of 6 nautical miles (11.1 km) in the second sector, red light with a range of 4 nautical miles (7.4 km) in the third sector, green light with a range of 3 nautical miles (5.6 km) in the fourth sector, white light with a range of 6 nautical miles (11.1 km) in the fifth sector, and red light with a range of 4 nautical miles (7.4 km) in the sixth sector.

Current Status

The Djursholmsudde lighthouse is currently not an active aid to navigation.

It has been automated and no longer requires human maintenance.

Heritage Status

The lighthouse was designated as a protected historic site by the Swedish government in 2011.

Notable Historical Events

No notable historical events are recorded for this lighthouse.