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Björnhallan Range Rear Lighthouse

Iso Red 3s🇸🇪Luleå kommun, SEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Björnhallan Range Rear Lighthouse

Also known as: Björnöhallan

The Björnhallan (Björnöhallan) Range Rear light is a square skeletal tower with a pyramidal base, standing 14 meters tall and built in 1965. Its focal height reaches 18 meters, emitting a red isophase light on a 3-second cycle. The tower is painted white and green, and it has a geographic range of 12.7 nautical miles. This structure functions as the rear element of a pair of lights, intended to guide vessels along a specific navigational channel. The light is located within Luleå kommun in Norrbotten County, Sweden, and is situated about 2.4 kilometers from the nearest port.

Why it matters: This rear range light assists in maintaining safe passage through a designated channel by aligning with its front counterpart. This alignment is critical for vessels to maintain an accurate course and avoid navigational errors.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso Red 3s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
Red
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Iso R 3s
Focal Height
18m
Light Range
11NM (20.4 km)
Geographic Range
12.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1965

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Lulea(2.4 km)
Admiralty No.
C5736.1
NGA No.
11712

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white and green

Structure: square skeletal tower with a pyramidal base

Location

City
Luleå kommun
Country
🇸🇪Sweden
Region
Norrbotten County
Sea Region
Located in Sweden, the Björnhallan (Björnöhallan) Range Rear light guides vessels along a specific navigational channel.
Latitude
65.5228°
Longitude
22.3165°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Björnhallan Range Rear Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 18 meters and a nominal range of 11 nautical miles (approximately 20.4 km), Björnhallan Range Rear is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. This range makes it a significant coastal navigation aid for vessels transiting the area.
How do mariners identify Björnhallan Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Björnhallan Range Rear displays the characteristic Iso Red 3s. 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Björnhallan Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Björnhallan Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Luleå at 5.5 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Piteå (23.3 NM WSW), Töre (24.1 NM NNE), Haraholmen (24.1 NM SW), Munksund (25.6 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Björnhallan Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Björnhallan Range Rear 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 Björnhallan Range Rear Lighthouse?+
Björnhallan Range Rear 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 Björnhallan Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Björnhallan Range Rear 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.