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Tolvöregrund

Ängsfjärdsvägen

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Tolvöregrund Lighthouse

The Tolvöregrund lighthouse was built in 1940 and has been an important aid to navigation on the Östhammars kommun coast of Sweden ever since.

History

  • The tower stands at a height of approximately 12 meters (39 feet) above sea level. The focal height is 23 meters (75 feet), providing a clear view of the surrounding waters. The lighthouse features a distinctive green and white striped pattern, with each light having its own unique sequence of flashes.

The Tolvöregrund lighthouse emits a Fl WRG 3s signal, indicating that it is an auxiliary light used to supplement other navigational aids. The light's range varies between 5-12 nautical miles, depending on the specific light being used.

Light Characteristics

  • The Tolvöregrund lighthouse remains an active aid to navigation, although its use has been supplemented by modern electronic navigation systems in recent years.
  • The lighthouse is located at Ängsfjärdsvägen, Östhammars kommun, Sweden. It can be accessed via a short walk from the nearby road, but visitors are advised to exercise caution when approaching the site due to its proximity to the sea.

Heritage Status

Unfortunately, no specific heritage status information is available for this lighthouse.

Notable Historical Events

No notable historical events have been recorded for the Tolvöregrund lighthouse.

Details

NameTolvöregrund
CityÖsthammars kommun
CountrySweden
Coordinates60.257572, 18.627531
Current useactive navigation