Storjungfrun
Storjungfrun, Söderhamns kommun, Gävleborg County, Sweden
Storjungfrun Lighthouse
The Storjungfrun lighthouse was constructed in 1838 and has been an essential aid to navigation in the Baltic Sea ever since.
History
- The tower of the Storjungfrun lighthouse is made of stone, a testament to its enduring construction. The focal height of the light is approximately 21.3 meters above sea level.
- The Storjungfrun lighthouse emits a characteristic pattern of red and white flashes, visible from a range of several miles out to sea. Its precise characteristics are not specified in available data.
Notable Historical Events
- The Storjungfrun lighthouse has played a significant role in maritime safety for nearly two centuries, guiding numerous vessels through the treacherous waters of the Baltic Sea.
- The Storjungfrun lighthouse remains an active aid to navigation, although its operation may be automated. Its current status is not specified in available data.
Location and Accessibility
Located on a rocky outcrop off the coast of Söderhamns kommun in Gävleborg County, Sweden, the Storjungfrun lighthouse can be accessed by boat or via a nearby pier. The exact location is marked by a prominent structure at coordinates 61.16768902, 17.334562249999998.
Heritage Status
The Storjungfrun lighthouse has not been designated as a specific heritage site in Sweden, although its historical significance may be recognized locally.
Visiting Information
Due to the remote location of the Storjungfrun lighthouse, visiting information is limited. The structure can be viewed from a distance by boat or via a nearby pier, but access for visitors is not currently available.
Architecture
The tower of the Storjungfrun lighthouse is made of stone, a testament to its enduring construction. The focal height of the light is approximately 21.3 meters above sea level.
Light Characteristics
The Storjungfrun lighthouse emits a characteristic pattern of red and white flashes, visible from a range of several miles out to sea. Its precise characteristics are not specified in available data.
Current Status
The Storjungfrun lighthouse remains an active aid to navigation, although its operation may be automated. Its current status is not specified in available data.
Details
| Name | Storjungfrun |
|---|---|
| City | Söderhamns kommun |
| Country | Sweden |
| Coordinates | 61.16769, 17.334562 |
| Current use | active aid to navigation |
| Accessible | false |
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