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Stora Berteln

Nickebovägen

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Stora Berteln (Västra Skägga)
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Stora Berteln Lighthouse

The Stora Berteln lighthouse was constructed in 1927 and has been an important aid to navigation on the Swedish coast ever since.

History

  • The tower of the Stora Berteln lighthouse stands at a height of approximately 25 meters (82 feet) above sea level, while its focal height is around 35 meters (115 feet). The light source emits a white beam with a range of 10 nautical miles and a characteristic pattern of "Q".

Architecture

The lighthouse's structure is built from traditional materials commonly used in Swedish coastal construction.

Materials

The lighthouse's structure is built from traditional materials commonly used in Swedish coastal construction.

Current Status

The Stora Berteln lighthouse remains an active aid to navigation, although it has been automated. It is currently not open to the public for tours or visits.

Location and Accessibility

The Stora Berteln lighthouse is located at Nickebovägen in Västra Skägga, Sweden. The site is accessible by road, but no parking facilities are available nearby.

Heritage Status

Stora Berteln lighthouse has been designated as a protected cultural heritage site in Sweden.

Notable Historical Events

No notable historical events have been recorded for the Stora Berteln lighthouse.

Details

NameStora Berteln
CityVästra Skägga
CountrySweden
Coordinates59.425316, 18.411367
Current useactive aid to navigation
Accessiblefalse
Guided toursfalse