Grötå Holme Fyr

Location and Accessibility

The Grötå Holme Fyr is situated on Grötån Island in Uddevalla kommun, Sweden.

The island is located approximately 10 kilometers north of the city center of Uddevalla.

History

The Grötå Holme Fyr was built in 1886 by the Swedish Board of Navigation.

It has been an important aid to navigation for mariners traveling through the Öregrund Strait.

Architecture and Construction Materials

The lighthouse stands at a height of 30 meters (98 feet) above sea level, with a focal height of 40 meters (131 feet).

The tower is constructed from red sandstone and features six distinct light sources.

Each light source has a different color and pattern, which serves as an aid to navigation for mariners.

Light Characteristics

The Grötå Holme Fyr emits a distinctive green-white-red-green-white-red pattern, visible up to 7 nautical miles (13 kilometers) in all directions.

The lighthouse is equipped with a rotating light source that can be seen from a distance of 4-5 nautical miles.

Current Status

The Grötå Holme Fyr remains an active aid to navigation, although it has been automated since the mid-20th century.

The lighthouse is no longer used as a primary navigational aid, but it continues to serve as a backup and provides a visible warning to mariners of the presence of the island.

Heritage Status

The Grötå Holme Fyr is listed on the Swedish Heritage Register, recognizing its importance as an architectural and historical landmark.

• Grötå Holme Fyr
• Location and Accessibility
• History
• Architecture and Construction Materials
• Light Characteristics
• Current Status
• Heritage Status