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Hölickskär Lighthouse

Oc White/Red/Green 8s🇸🇪Hudiksvalls kommun, SEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Hölickskär Lighthouse

Built in 1932, the Hölickskär lighthouse is a 6-meter tall cylindrical concrete tower. It features a lantern and gallery and stands 10 meters above sea level. The tower is painted white with a single red vertical stripe. Its light exhibits an occulting white, red, or green signal every 8 seconds, with a geographic range of 10.4 nautical miles. Located on a peninsula south of Hölick, it is about 20 kilometers east-southeast of Hudiksvall in Gävleborg County, Sweden.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for guiding vessels navigating the coastal waters near Hudiksvall, warning them of the peninsula's tip. Its unique red and white coloring aids in identification for mariners.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 8s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Oc WGR 8s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1932

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Iggesund(8.9 km)
Admiralty No.
C6057
NGA No.
10636
ARLHS No.
SWE-439

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a red vertical stripe
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Hudiksvalls kommun
Country
🇸🇪Sweden
Region
Gävleborg County
Sea Region
tip of a peninsula south of Hölick and about 20 km east southeast of Hudiksvall
Latitude
61.6192°
Longitude
17.4421°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hölickskär Lighthouse at night?+
Hölickskär displays the characteristic Oc White/Red/Green 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 white/red/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Hölickskär Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hölickskär Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Iggesund at 10.7 NM to the W. Other ports served include Hudiksvall (11.9 NM NW), Stocka (16.2 NM N), Stugsund (22.2 NM SSW), Sandarne (22.4 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hölickskär Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hölickskär 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 Hölickskär Lighthouse?+
Hölickskär 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 Hölickskär Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hölickskär 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.