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Hanö Lighthouse

Fl (3) White 13.5s🇸🇪Sölvesborgs kommun, SEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Hanö Lighthouse

The Hanö Lighthouse, a cylindrical brick tower standing 16 meters tall, was built in 1906. It is situated at the highest point of Hanö, an inhabited island located approximately 4 kilometers off the southeastern coast of the Listerlandet peninsula. The lighthouse features a white tower with a lantern and gallery, attached to a 1-1/2 story keeper's house also constructed of brick. Its light emits one white flash every 13.5 seconds, with a geographic range of 21.4 nautical miles and a focal height of 70 meters. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse assists navigation in the waters near the southeastern tip of Listerlandet and marks the Hanö island nature reserve.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) White 13.5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
13.5s
Raw Code
Fl W 13.5s
Focal Height
70m
Geographic Range
21.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1906

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
16m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
brick

Structure: round cylindrical brick tower with lantern and gallery, attached to a 1-1/2 story brick keeper's house

Location

City
Sölvesborgs kommun
Country
🇸🇪Sweden
Region
Blekinge County
Sea Region
Hanö is an inhabited island about 4 km off the southeastern tip of the Listerlandet peninsula. The island is a nature reserve. The lighthouse is located at the highest point of the island.
Latitude
56.0137°
Longitude
14.8463°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Karlshamn(8.7 km)
ARLHS No.
SWE-027
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hanö Lighthouse at night?+
Hanö displays the characteristic Fl (3) White 13.5s — 3 white flashes every 13.5 seconds. 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Hanö Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hanö Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is KROKAAS at 3.7 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Karlshamn (9.2 NM N), Elleholm (9.7 NM NNW), Sölvesborg (10.2 NM WNW), VALJE (10.7 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hanö Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hanö 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 Hanö Lighthouse?+
Hanö 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 Hanö Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hanö 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.