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Fladen

Fladen, Kungsbacka kommun, Halland County, Sweden

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Fladen (Kungsbacka kommun)
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Fladen Lighthouse

The Fladen lighthouse was built in 1929 at Bergsunds Mekaniska Verkstad in Stockholm.

History

  • The Fladen lighthouse was employed at various locations, including Hävringe in the Oxelösund archipelago and Öland reef, before receiving its final assignment on the Halland coast between 1966 and 1969.

Architecture

The Fladen lighthouse is a man-made structure with a tower height of 24 meters. Its focal height is not specified.

Light Characteristics

  • The light source is reportedly a white light, while the secondary light is yellow.
  • The Fladen lighthouse emits two distinct beams: one white and one yellow.
  • The white beam has a range of 9 nautical miles and a period of 8 seconds, while the yellow beam has a range of 3 nautical miles and a period of 3 seconds.

Current Status

The Fladen lighthouse is no longer an active aid to navigation. It was reportedly replaced by an anchored buoy in 1969.

Location and Accessibility

The Fladen lighthouse is located at Fladen, Kungsbacka kommun, Halland County, Sweden. Its address can be found in the location information section below.

Heritage Status

The Fladen lighthouse has not been designated as a protected site or monument.

Notable Historical Events

The Fladen lighthouse played an important role in Swedish maritime history, particularly during its time on the Halland coast between 1966 and 1969. It was reportedly replaced by an anchored buoy during this period, marking the end of its active service.

Location Information

  • Address: Fladen, Kungsbacka kommun, Halland County, Sweden
  • Country: Sweden
  • Town: Kungsbacka kommun

Details

NameFladen
CityKungsbacka kommun
CountrySweden
Coordinates57.2154, 11.8284
Current usenotable landmark