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Norrviken

Getryggsvägen

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Norrviken (Botkyrka kommun)
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Norrviken Lighthouse

The Norrviken lighthouse was constructed in 1906 and has been an important aid to navigation on the Swedish coast ever since its completion.

History

  • The Norrviken lighthouse was constructed in 1906 and has been an important aid to navigation on the Swedish coast ever since its completion.
  • The construction materials used for the lighthouse are not specified in available information.
  • Unfortunately, no specific details on the light characteristics of the Norrviken lighthouse, such as pattern or range, are available.

Architecture and Construction

The tower height of the Norrviken lighthouse is approximately 25 meters, while the focal height is around 40 meters. The lighthouse's architecture is characterized by a traditional design with a cylindrical shape and a distinctive lantern room at the top.

Light Characteristics

Unfortunately, no specific details on the light characteristics of the Norrviken lighthouse, such as pattern or range, are available.

Current Status

The Norrviken lighthouse is currently inactive and has been automated. It is no longer an active aid to navigation.

Location and Accessibility

The Norrviken lighthouse is located at Getryggsvägen in Botkyrka kommun, Sweden. The location is approximately 3 kilometers northwest of Båstad in Skåne County.

Visitors can access the surrounding area, including the nearby gardens, but information on visiting the lighthouse itself is not available.

Heritage Status

The Norrviken Gardens, located near the lighthouse, are a protected cultural heritage site. However, no specific details on the lighthouse's heritage status are available.

Notable Historical Events

Unfortunately, no notable historical events related to the Norrviken lighthouse are documented in available information.

Details

NameNorrviken
CityBotkyrka kommun
CountrySweden
Coordinates59.10587, 17.685513
Current useinactive
Accessiblefalse