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Flintrännan No. 4 Lighthouse

Oc Red 8s🇸🇪Malmö kommun, SEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Flintrännan No. 4 Lighthouse

This concrete tower, built in 1999, stands 13 meters tall and features a white cylindrical structure with a single red horizontal band. Its lantern and gallery are situated 12 meters above sea level. The lighthouse emits an occulting red light that occurs once every 8 seconds, visible for 11 nautical miles. It is positioned approximately 400 meters southeast of the No. 5 light. The structure is located in Skåne County, within the Malmö kommun, near the port of Limhamn.

Why it matters: This light actively marks a segment of a navigational channel, assisting vessels in safely traversing the waters of the Flintrännan area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc Red 8s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
Red
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Oc R 8s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1999

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Limhamn(2.2 km)
Admiralty No.
C2351.5
NGA No.
5491

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with one red horizontal band
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery, painted white with one red horizontal band

Location

City
Malmö kommun
Country
🇸🇪Sweden
Region
Skåne County
Sea Region
Located about 400 m (1/4 mi) southeast of the No. 5 light
Latitude
55.5997°
Longitude
12.8661°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Flintrännan No. 4 Lighthouse at night?+
Flintrännan No. 4 displays the characteristic Oc Red 8s. 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 Flintrännan No. 4 Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Flintrännan No. 4 Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Limhamn at 3 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Klagshamn (4.3 NM SSE), Malmö (4.5 NM E), Dragør (6.4 NM W), Kastrup (7.5 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Flintrännan No. 4 Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Flintrännan No. 4 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 Flintrännan No. 4 Lighthouse?+
Flintrännan No. 4 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 Flintrännan No. 4 Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Flintrännan No. 4 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.