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Holmuddsrännan Lighthouse

F Red🇸🇪Gävle kommun, SEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Holmuddsrännan Lighthouse

Also known as: Holmuddsrännan (Gävle Entrance H6)

This 8-meter cylindrical concrete post, built in 1931, marks the south side of the Gävle entrance channel opposite Entrance No. 2. The structure features a lantern and gallery, with the lantern painted red and topped with a white roof. It emits a fixed red light. Operational since its construction, this lighthouse guides vessels approaching the port of Gävle from the sea. The site is open to visitors, though the tower itself remains closed to the public.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for the safe navigation of vessels entering and exiting the port of Gävle, guiding them through the specific entrance channel and preventing groundings and collisions.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Red
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Red
Raw Code
F R
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
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red with a white roof
Material
concrete

Structure: A 8m cylindrical concrete post with lantern and gallery, painted white. The lantern is painted red with a white roof.

Location

City
Gävle kommun
Country
🇸🇪Sweden
Region
Gävleborg County
Sea Region
south side of the Gävle entrance channel opposite the Entrance No. 2 light
Latitude
60.7291°
Longitude
17.3199°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Karskar(2.8 km)
Admiralty No.
C6187.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Holmuddsrännan Lighthouse at night?+
Holmuddsrännan displays the characteristic F 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 Holmuddsrännan Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Holmuddsrännan Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Karskär at 3.2 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Granudden (5.3 NM WSW), Gävle (5.9 NM SW), Skutskär (6.4 NM SSE), Norrsundet (14.3 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Holmuddsrännan Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Holmuddsrännan 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 Holmuddsrännan Lighthouse?+
Holmuddsrännan 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 Holmuddsrännan Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Holmuddsrännan 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.