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Flintrännan No. 6 Lighthouse

Oc Red 8s🇸🇪Malmö kommun, SEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Flintrännan No. 6 Lighthouse

This concrete, cylindrical tower, standing 13 meters tall, was built in 1999 and serves as an active navigational aid. It is painted white with a single green horizontal band and features a lantern and gallery. The light emitted is red, with a single red flash occurring every 8 seconds. The focal height of the light is 12 meters, providing a geographic range of 11 nautical miles. The lighthouse is situated in the Flintrännan strait, approximately 400 meters southeast of the No. 7 light, and is located within Malmö kommun in Skåne County, Sweden. Its nearest port is Klagshamn, 3.5 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for safe navigation within the Flintrännan strait, a significant shipping lane. Its unique light characteristic aids in distinguishing it from other navigational markers, thereby preventing errors in this complex waterway.

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
Klagshamn(3.5 km)
Admiralty No.
C2350.5
NGA No.
5493

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
Flintrännan strait, located about 400 m southeast of the No.7 light
Latitude
55.5731°
Longitude
12.8362°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Flintrännan No. 6 Lighthouse at night?+
Flintrännan No. 6 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. 6 Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Flintrännan No. 6 Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Klagshamn at 3.6 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Limhamn (3.9 NM E), Dragør (5.5 NM WNW), Malmö (5.8 NM ENE), Kastrup (7.2 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Flintrännan No. 6 Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Flintrännan No. 6 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. 6 Lighthouse?+
Flintrännan No. 6 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. 6 Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Flintrännan No. 6 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.