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Kallviksklubben Lighthouse

Q White/Red/Green🇸🇪Skellefteå kommun, SEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kallviksklubben Lighthouse

Kallviksklubben lighthouse, built and first lit in 1952, is a 5-meter tall cylindrical tower situated on a skerry approximately 40 kilometers northeast of Ratan. The structure features a square base with a round lantern room and gallery. Its focal height reaches 9 meters above sea level. The light emits quick flashes in white, red, or green, with a geographic range of 10 nautical miles. The nearest port, Sikea, is 15 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is critical for safe passage through the complex coastal waters northeast of Ratan, where its sector light system precisely indicates safe channels and warns of hazards.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Q White/Red/Green
Flash Type
Quick
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Raw Code
Q W, R, G
Focal Height
9m
Light Range
6NM (11.1 km)
Geographic Range
10NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1952

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sikea(15.0 km)
Admiralty No.
C5833
NGA No.
11328
Wikidata
Q41698311 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white

Structure: square tower with a round lantern and gallery

Location

City
Skellefteå kommun
Country
🇸🇪Sweden
Region
Västerbotten County
Sea Region
Located on a skerry about 40 km northeast of Ratan.
Latitude
64.3003°
Longitude
21.3758°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Kallviksklubben Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 9 meters and a nominal range of 6 nautical miles (approximately 11.1 km), Kallviksklubben is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. As a shorter-range light, it primarily serves nearshore and coastal traffic.
How do mariners identify Kallviksklubben Lighthouse at night?+
Kallviksklubben displays the characteristic Q White/Red/Green. 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 Kallviksklubben Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kallviksklubben Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Böda at 8.2 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Rönnskär (23 NM N), Skelleftehamn (23.3 NM N), Skellefteå (30.1 NM NNW), BYVIKEN (32.7 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kallviksklubben Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kallviksklubben 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 Kallviksklubben Lighthouse?+
Kallviksklubben 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 Kallviksklubben Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kallviksklubben 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.