Sandviksholmen Fyr

The Sandviksholmen fyr is a historic lighthouse located on Sandviksholmen island off the coast of Hamburgsund, Sweden. The lighthouse has been an important aid to navigation for mariners since its construction in 1907.

Architecture

• The tower height of the Sandviksholmen fyr is approximately 20 meters (66 feet), while the focal height is around 25 meters (82 feet). The lighthouse features a distinctive green and white striped pattern, with a red stripe at the top.
• The light characteristics include six different patterns, each with a distinct color and period.

Light Characteristics

• Fl (white) every 6 seconds
• Fl (green) every 10 seconds
• Fl (red) every 10 seconds
• Fl (white) every 6 seconds
• Fl (green) every 10 seconds
• Fl (red) every 10 seconds

Current Status

The Sandviksholmen fyr is currently an automated aid to navigation, with a modern electronic light system. However, the lighthouse itself has been converted into a museum and is no longer used as an active aid to navigation.

Location and Accessibility

The Sandviksholmen fyr is located on Sandviksholmen island off the coast of Hamburgsund, Sweden. The address is Sandviksvägen. The lighthouse can be accessed by boat or ferry from the nearby town of Hamburgsund.

Heritage Status

The Sandviksholmen fyr has been designated as a cultural heritage site in Sweden and is protected by law.

Notable Historical Events

The Sandviksholmen fyr played an important role during World War II, serving as a navigation aid for Allied ships. The lighthouse also features prominently in local folklore and is said to be haunted by the ghost of a former lighthouse keeper.