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Höllviken

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Höllviken (Malmö kommun)
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Höllviken Lighthouse

The Höllviken lighthouse is situated on the peninsula of Höllviken, located in Vellinge Municipality, Skåne County, Sweden.

The address is Badvägen. The town is easily accessible by car or public transportation, with Malmö being a nearby city.

History

  • Höllviken has been a popular summer vacation spot for northern Europeans since its unique geography and historical sites attract visitors from both Sweden and Denmark.
  • Prior to the 1960s, the peninsula was mainly populated by wealthy businessmen from the Malmö region during the summers.
  • Recently, however, it has begun to grow as a commuter town.

Architecture

The Höllviken lighthouse is a man-made structure designed to serve as a navigational aid for ships.

Its architecture is typical of 19th-century lighthouses, with a cylindrical tower and a characteristic lantern room at the top.

Construction Materials and Tower Height

The lighthouse's construction materials are not specified in available data.

The tower height is reported to be approximately 25 meters (82 feet).

Light Characteristics

The light characteristics of the Höllviken lighthouse are not provided in available data.

Current Status

The status of the Höllviken lighthouse is currently unknown, as no information regarding its current operation or maintenance is available.

Heritage Status

No heritage status information is available for the Höllviken lighthouse.

Notable Historical Events

  • Höllviken has been a significant location in Sweden's maritime history.
  • The peninsula's unique geography and historical sites have made it an attractive destination for tourists and locals alike.

Details

NameHöllviken
CityMalmö kommun
CountrySweden
Coordinates55.511753, 12.848766