Kalvöskärs Fyr

The Kalvöskärs Fyr is situated on Norgårdsvägen in Hamburgsund, Sweden. The location can be easily accessed by car or public transportation.

History

• The Kalvöskärs Fyr was constructed in 1884. It has been an important aid to navigation for mariners sailing through the Öresund Strait.
• The lighthouse played a significant role during World War II, serving as a navigation aid for Allied forces.
• In the 1960s and 1970s, the lighthouse underwent several renovations to improve its lighting system.

Architecture and Construction Materials

The lighthouse stands at a height of approximately 25 meters (82 feet) above sea level, with a focal height of about 30 meters (98 feet). The tower is built from granite and features a distinctive red-and-green striped pattern. The light source is an Iso-type lamp, which emits a green beam.

Light Characteristics

• Green (Iso-1): 4 seconds long, with a range of 3 nautical miles
• White (Iso-2): 4 seconds long, with a range of 6 nautical miles
• Red (Iso-3): 4 seconds long, with a range of 4 nautical miles
• Green (Iso-4): 4 seconds long, with a range of 3 nautical miles
• White (Iso-5): 4 seconds long, with a range of 6 nautical miles
• Red (Iso-6): 4 seconds long, with a range of 4 nautical miles

Current Status

The Kalvöskärs Fyr is no longer an active aid to navigation. It has been automated and is now primarily used for museum purposes.

Heritage Status

The lighthouse was designated as a cultural heritage site in Sweden in 2001.

Notable Historical Events

• The Kalvöskärs Fyr played a significant role during World War II, serving as a navigation aid for Allied forces.
• In the 1960s and 1970s, the lighthouse underwent several renovations to improve its lighting system.