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Kapellskär Area Lighthouses Lighthouse

Fl (4) White/Red/Green 12s🇸🇪Norrtälje kommun, SEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kapellskär Area Lighthouses Lighthouse

A cylindrical concrete tower, 10.5 meters in height and 11 meters above sea level, stands white with a green horizontal band. First lit in 1882, this structure guides vessels from its position on a skerry approximately 800 meters east of the Kapellskär waterfront. The light emits four flashes, alternating white, red, and green, every 12 seconds. The operational site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed. It is located in Stockholm County, within the Norrtälje kommun municipality.

Why it matters: This lighthouse aids the safe passage of international ferries connecting Sweden with the Åland Islands, Finland, and Estonia, particularly those using the Kapellskär terminal. Its directional light system offers precise guidance through the waters surrounding Kapellskär island.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (4) White/Red/Green 12s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Flash Count
4 flashes
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Fl(4) WRG 12s
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1882

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a green horizontal band
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower with lantern and gallery, painted white with a green horizontal band

Location

City
Norrtälje kommun
Country
🇸🇪Sweden
Region
Stockholm County
Sea Region
Located on a skerry off the southeastern tip of Kapellskär island, about 800 m east of the Kapellskär waterfront, which is a terminal for ferries sailing to Mariehamn in the Åland Islands, Naantali in Finland, and Paldiski in Estonia, approximately 60 km northeast of Stockholm.
Latitude
59.7183°
Longitude
19.0789°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kapellskar(0.3 km)
ARLHS No.
SWE-210
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kapellskär Area Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Kapellskär Area Lighthouses displays the characteristic Fl (4) White/Red/Green 12s — 4 white/red/green flashes every 12 seconds. 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 Kapellskär Area Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kapellskär Area Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kapellskär at 0.4 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Linanäs (3.3 NM NNE), Norrtälje (11.1 NM W), Grisslehamn (24.1 NM NNW), Hallstavik (24.6 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kapellskär Area Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kapellskär Area Lighthouses 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 Kapellskär Area Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
Kapellskär Area Lighthouses 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 Kapellskär Area Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kapellskär Area Lighthouses 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.