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Hornsudde Lighthouse

🇸🇪Borgholms kommun, SEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Hornsudde Lighthouse

Hornsudde (2) was established in 1995 on the coast of Sweden, within Borgholms kommun in Kalmar County. This navigational aid was built to assist mariners navigating the local waters. Its construction in the mid-1990s suggests a specific need for guidance at that time, likely to mark a particular point or hazard along the coastline. However, its operational life as an active lighthouse has concluded, as it is now inactive. This status indicates that its original purpose may have been fulfilled or that changes in shipping routes or technology rendered its light no longer essential for safe passage. Today, it serves as a reminder of its service to the maritime community.

Why it matters: Hornsudde (2)'s significance lies in its 1995 construction, reflecting the ongoing development of maritime safety infrastructure. Its brief period of activity highlights how navigational needs can evolve.

Tower & Structure

Structure: Hornsudde (2) was established in 1995 on the coast of Sweden. This relatively recent addition to the country's network of navigational aids was built to assist mariners navigating the local waters. Its construction in the mid-1990s indicates a specific need for updated or new guidance at that time, likely to mark a particular point or hazard along the coastline for passing vessels. However, its operational life as an active lighthouse has concluded, as it is now inactive. This status suggests that its original purpose may have been fulfilled, or that changes in shipping routes, technology, or coastal development rendered its light no longer essential for safe passage. Today, it stands as a silent reminder of its brief service to the maritime community, no longer guiding ships with its beam.

Location

City
Borgholms kommun
Country
🇸🇪Sweden
Region
Kalmar County
Latitude
57.1958°
Longitude
16.9017°

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Type
Name
Dist.

Construction & History

Year Built
1995

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Boda(6.4 km)
Admiralty No.
C7312
NGA No.
8040
ARLHS No.
SWE-200
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Hornsudde Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hornsudde Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Byxelkrok at 8.6 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Grankullavik (10.5 NM NE), Jättersön (12.3 NM WSW), Kårehamn (14.8 NM S), Simpevarp (15.3 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hornsudde Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hornsudde 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 Hornsudde Lighthouse?+
Hornsudde 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 Hornsudde Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hornsudde 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.