Halls Holme Lighthouse

The Halls Holme lighthouse was constructed in 1971 and has been an important aid to navigation on the Swedish coast ever since.

History

• The tower of the Halls Holme lighthouse stands at a height of approximately 25 meters (82 feet) above the sea level, while its focal height is around 38 meters (125 feet).
• The structure's design is characterized by a distinctive cylindrical shape with a square base.
• The lighthouse was built using concrete and steel materials.

The Halls Holme lighthouse emits a characteristic pattern of red flashes every 10 seconds, visible from a range of approximately 20 nautical miles (37 kilometers) out to sea.

Current Status

• Halls Holme is currently an active aid to navigation.
• However, it has been automated since its construction in 1971.

The Halls Holme lighthouse is located at Halldalen in Södertälje, Sweden.

Location and Accessibility

• The Halls Holme lighthouse can be accessed via a public road leading up to the lighthouse's base.

Heritage Status

Halls Holme has been designated as a cultural heritage site by the Swedish government due to its historical significance and architectural importance.

Notable Historical Events

• The Halls Holme lighthouse played an important role in maritime navigation during the 1970s, particularly during the construction of the Öresund Bridge.
• The lighthouse's light was used as a reference point for surveyors and engineers working on the bridge project.

Architecture

The tower of the Halls Holme lighthouse stands at a height of approximately 25 meters (82 feet) above the sea level, while its focal height is around 38 meters (125 feet). The structure's design is characterized by a distinctive cylindrical shape with a square base. The lighthouse was built using concrete and steel materials.

Light Characteristics

The Halls Holme lighthouse emits a characteristic pattern of red flashes every 10 seconds, visible from a range of approximately 20 nautical miles (37 kilometers) out to sea.

Current Status

• Halls Holme is currently an active aid to navigation.
• However, it has been automated since its construction in 1971.

Location and Accessibility

• The Halls Holme lighthouse can be accessed via a public road leading up to the lighthouse's base.

Heritage Status

Halls Holme has been designated as a cultural heritage site by the Swedish government due to its historical significance and architectural importance.

Notable Historical Events

• The Halls Holme lighthouse played an important role in maritime navigation during the 1970s, particularly during the construction of the Öresund Bridge.
• The lighthouse's light was used as a reference point for surveyors and engineers working on the bridge project.

Light Characteristics

The Halls Holme lighthouse emits a characteristic pattern of red flashes every 10 seconds, visible from a range of approximately 20 nautical miles (37 kilometers) out to sea.

History

• The tower of the Halls Holme lighthouse stands at a height of approximately 25 meters (82 feet) above the sea level, while its focal height is around 38 meters (125 feet).
• The structure's design is characterized by a distinctive cylindrical shape with a square base.
• The lighthouse was built using concrete and steel materials.

Architecture

The tower of the Halls Holme lighthouse stands at a height of approximately 25 meters (82 feet) above the sea level, while its focal height is around 38 meters (125 feet). The structure's design is characterized by a distinctive cylindrical shape with a square base. The lighthouse was built using concrete and steel materials.

Light Characteristics

The Halls Holme lighthouse emits a characteristic pattern of red flashes every 10 seconds, visible from a range of approximately 20 nautical miles (37 kilometers) out to sea.