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Flintrännan No. 5 Lighthouse

Oc Green 4s🇸🇪Malmö kommun, SEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Flintrännan No. 5 Lighthouse

Built in 1999, Flintrännan No. 5 is a 13-meter tall, round cylindrical concrete tower located in Skåne County, Sweden. It is painted white with a single green horizontal band and includes a lantern and gallery. The light, situated 12 meters above sea level, is green with a flash characteristic of Oc G 4s, providing a range of 11 nautical miles. The structure is positioned near Malmö kommun, 2.4 kilometers from Limhamn.

Why it matters: This navigation aid marks the Flintrännan channel and the Öresund Strait, offering a reference point in the waters north of the Öresund Bridge Tunnel.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc Green 4s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Oc G 4s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1999

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Limhamn(2.4 km)
Admiralty No.
C2349.15.

Tower & Structure

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

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

Location

City
Malmö kommun
Country
🇸🇪Sweden
Region
Skåne County
Sea Region
about 4 km north of the Öresund Bridge Tunnel
Latitude
55.6020°
Longitude
12.8615°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Flintrännan No. 5 Lighthouse at night?+
Flintrännan No. 5 displays the characteristic Oc Green 4s. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Flintrännan No. 5 Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Flintrännan No. 5 Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Limhamn at 3.2 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Klagshamn (4.5 NM SSE), Malmö (4.7 NM E), Dragør (6.2 NM W), Kastrup (7.3 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Flintrännan No. 5 Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Flintrännan No. 5 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. 5 Lighthouse?+
Flintrännan No. 5 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. 5 Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Flintrännan No. 5 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.