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Dämman Lighthouse

🇸🇪Mönsterås kommun, SEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Dämman Lighthouse

Constructed in 1873 on a small island in the Kalmarsund, Dämman lighthouse features a square cylindrical masonry tower standing 18 meters tall. The original structure was rebuilt and expanded in 1904. After ceasing operations in 1968, the lighthouse was restored in 1999 and reopened as a hotel and conference center. Further renovations by new owners in 2014 have enhanced its role as a venue for meetings and weddings. Accessible only by boat, the lighthouse complex now offers a unique destination for visitors.

Why it matters: The lighthouse's unique transformation into a hotel and conference center provides visitors with direct engagement with maritime history, making it a significant cultural and tourism asset.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
18m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
bluish graywith white trim
Material
masonry

Structure: square cylindrical masonry tower rising from a 2-story masonry keeper's house

Location

City
Mönsterås kommun
Country
🇸🇪Sweden
Region
Kalmar County
Sea Region
on a tiny island in the center of the Kalmarsund, about 12 km west of Sandvik and a similar distance north of Borgholm
Latitude
57.0643°
Longitude
16.6944°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Jatterson(4.8 km)
ARLHS No.
SWE-113

Construction & History

Year Built
1873

Significant events: rebuilt in 1904, inactive since 1968, 3rd order Fresnel lens transferred to new lighthouse and then to Häradskär lighthouse in 1978, restored and renovated as a hotel and conference center in 1999, placed for sale in 2011, sold to AB Recess in 2014, new owners renovated and reopened as conference center and site for meetings and weddings

Visiting

Open to public
Yes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Dämman Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Dämman Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Jättersön at 4.7 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Mönsterås (8.7 NM WSW), Kårehamn (9.6 NM SE), Borgholm (11.1 NM S), Pataholm (12.7 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Dämman Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Dämman 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 Dämman Lighthouse?+
Dämman 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 Dämman Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Dämman 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.