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Helsingborg North Entrance Lighthouse

Q Red🇸🇪Höganäs kommun, SEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Helsingborg North Entrance Lighthouse

This square pyramidal skeletal tower, standing 6 meters tall and painted red, is located at the end of a breakwater marking Helsingborg's North Entrance. Mounted on a 1-story metal equipment shelter, its focal height reaches 8.5 meters above sea level. The lighthouse emits a quick-flashing red light, providing a navigational signal visible for 9.9 nautical miles. Constructed of steel, the tower's design complements the maritime environment at the end of the pier. The site is open to visitors, although the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides vessels into the northern approach of Helsingborg's port, functioning as an active aid to navigation.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Q Red
Flash Type
Quick
Light Color
Red
Raw Code
Q R
Focal Height
8.5m
Geographic Range
9.9NM

Location

City
Höganäs kommun
Country
🇸🇪Sweden
Region
Skåne County
Sea Region
Located at the end of a breakwater in Helsingborg, marking the North Entrance.
Latitude
56.1967°
Longitude
12.5424°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Hoganas(0.1 km)
Admiralty No.
C2291
NGA No.
5200
ARLHS No.
SWE-067

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
red
Material
steel

Structure: square pyramidal skeletal tower mounted on a square 1-story metal equipment shelter

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Helsingborg North Entrance Lighthouse at night?+
Helsingborg North Entrance displays the characteristic Q Red. 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 Helsingborg North Entrance Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Helsingborg North Entrance Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Höganäs at 0.3 NM to the NE. Other ports served include LERBERGET PORT (1.2 NM SSE), JONSTORP (5.2 NM ENE), SVANSHALL (5.2 NM NE), Mölle (5.4 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Helsingborg North Entrance Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Helsingborg North Entrance 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 Helsingborg North Entrance Lighthouse?+
Helsingborg North Entrance 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 Helsingborg North Entrance Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Helsingborg North Entrance 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.