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Kopparudden Lighthouse

Fl White/Red/Green 3s🇸🇪Skellefteå kommun, SEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kopparudden Lighthouse

The Kopparudden lighthouse, built in 1990, is a 6.5-meter tall cylindrical concrete tower painted yellow. It is situated on the northern side of the entrance to Skelleftehamn, the harbor serving Skellefteå. The structure features a lantern and gallery, with its light positioned 12.5 meters above sea level. Its characteristic is a sequence of white, red, and green flashes occurring every 3 seconds, providing directional guidance. The lighthouse offers a geographic range of 11.2 nautical miles. While the grounds are accessible to visitors, the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for guiding vessels safely into Skelleftehamn, the primary harbor for Skellefteå. Its unique directional light shifts colors to provide precise navigation through the harbor entrance, supporting regional trade and industrial operations.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White/Red/Green 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl WRG 3s
Focal Height
12.5m
Light Range
9.6NM (17.8 km)
Geographic Range
11.2NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1990

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
yellow
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Skellefteå kommun
Country
🇸🇪Sweden
Region
Västerbotten County
Sea Region
entrance to Skelleftehamn, the harbor of Skellefteå
Latitude
64.4808°
Longitude
21.5748°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Ronnskar(13.8 km)
Admiralty No.
C5813
NGA No.
11388
ARLHS No.
SWE-094
Wikidata
Q41708084 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Kopparudden Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 12.5 meters and a nominal range of 9.6 nautical miles (approximately 17.8 km), Kopparudden is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. This range makes it a significant coastal navigation aid for vessels transiting the area.
How do mariners identify Kopparudden Lighthouse at night?+
Kopparudden displays the characteristic Fl White/Red/Green 3s. 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 Kopparudden Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kopparudden Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Rönnskär at 14.5 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Skelleftehamn (15 NM NW), Böda (19.3 NM SW), Skellefteå (23.5 NM NW), Kåge (25.3 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kopparudden Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kopparudden 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 Kopparudden Lighthouse?+
Kopparudden 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 Kopparudden Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kopparudden 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.