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Gävle Entrance No. 1 Lighthouse

Oc Red 4s🇸🇪Gävle kommun, SEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Gävle Entrance No. 1 Lighthouse

Also known as: Gävle Entrance No. 1 (H4)

Built in 1931, this lighthouse is a cylindrical concrete tower standing 6 meters tall, with its light positioned 8 meters above the water. It is painted white with a black horizontal band at its base and is mounted on a concrete pier. The lighthouse emits an occluded red light that flashes every 4 seconds, visible for 9.7 nautical miles. It guides vessels on the south side of the entrance to the Gävle entrance channel, with its nearest port being Karskar, 3 kilometers away. The site is open to visitors, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for guiding vessels through the Gävle entrance channel, preventing groundings or collisions in this busy shipping lane. Its red light provides a clear, unmistakable marker for ships approaching the port, ensuring safe navigation into one of Sweden's important maritime centers.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc Red 4s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
Red
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Oc R 4s
Focal Height
8m
Geographic Range
9.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1931

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a black horizontal band at the base
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with lantern, mounted on a concrete pier

Location

City
Gävle kommun
Country
🇸🇪Sweden
Region
Gävleborg County
Sea Region
on the south side of the entrance to the Gävle entrance channel
Latitude
60.7314°
Longitude
17.3258°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Karskar(3.0 km)
Admiralty No.
C6186
NGA No.
10372
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Gävle Entrance No. 1 Lighthouse at night?+
Gävle Entrance No. 1 displays the characteristic Oc Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Gävle Entrance No. 1 Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Gävle Entrance No. 1 Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Karskär at 3.4 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Granudden (5.5 NM WSW), Gävle (6.1 NM SW), Skutskär (6.5 NM SSE), Norrsundet (14.3 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Gävle Entrance No. 1 Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Gävle Entrance No. 1 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 Gävle Entrance No. 1 Lighthouse?+
Gävle Entrance No. 1 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 Gävle Entrance No. 1 Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Gävle Entrance No. 1 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.