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Bergudden Lighthouse

Oc White/Red/Green 6s🇸🇪Umeå kommun, SEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Bergudden Lighthouse

A square wooden tower covered in shingles stands 18 meters tall on the west side of Holmön island. Built in 1896, it replaced an earlier station established in 1884. The light, displayed through a large square window, shows occulting white, red, and green light on a 6-second cycle, with a geographic range of 12.7 nautical miles. The tower features a gallery and a pyramidal metal roof. The station has been leased to the Holmöns Folklore Society and converted into a hostel, with the tower accessible to the public on International Lighthouse Day.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is significant for its unique shingle-covered wood tower construction and its transformation into a cultural and tourism destination by the Holmöns Folklore Society.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc WGR 6s
Focal Height
18m
Light Range
18NM (33.3 km)
Geographic Range
12.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1896

Significant events: station established 1884, leased to Holmöns Folklore Society and converted to a hostel

Visiting

Open to public
Yes

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
18m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
on the southwest side
Material
wood

Structure: square shingle-covered wood tower with gallery and a pyramidal metal roof; the light is shown through a large square window

Location

City
Umeå kommun
Country
🇸🇪Sweden
Region
Västerbotten County
Sea Region
on the west side of the island of Holmön
Latitude
63.7911°
Longitude
20.8362°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Umea(14.0 km)
Admiralty No.
C5864
NGA No.
116-11272
ARLHS No.
SWE-091
Wikidata
Q28375410 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Bergudden Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 18 meters and a nominal range of 18 nautical miles (approximately 33.3 km), Bergudden is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. Lights of this range are typically used as landfall lights by vessels approaching from the open sea.
How do mariners identify Bergudden Lighthouse at night?+
Bergudden displays the characteristic Oc White/Red/Green 6s. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area. The white/red/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Bergudden Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bergudden Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is BYVIKEN at 1.2 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Holmsund (14.4 NM WSW), Obbola (14.4 NM WSW), Umeå (15.7 NM W), Hörnefors (26.6 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bergudden Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bergudden Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
What shipping routes pass near Bergudden Lighthouse?+
Bergudden Lighthouse is located within the Baltic Sea trade route — a vital shipping corridor for trade between Scandinavian, German, Polish, and Baltic state ports. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Bergudden Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bergudden Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.