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Kungsbacka Lighthouses Lighthouse

Fl White 3s🇸🇪Kungsbacka kommun, SEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kungsbacka Lighthouses Lighthouse

This cylindrical lighthouse stands 7.5 meters tall with a focal height of 10 meters. Its structure is a round tower topped with a small lantern, painted white and distinguished by a single red horizontal band. Operating on a 3-second cycle, it emits a white flash. The light has a geographic range of 10.4 nautical miles. It is situated on the breakwater of a small boat harbor in Åsa, within Halland County, Sweden.

Why it matters: This lighthouse serves as the sole navigational aid for safe entry into the harbor of Åsa, guiding recreational and fishing vessels.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl W 3s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Location

City
Kungsbacka kommun
Country
🇸🇪Sweden
Region
Halland County
Sea Region
Located on the breakwater of a small boat harbor in Åsa, Sweden.
Latitude
57.3409°
Longitude
12.0973°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with one red horizontal band

Structure: round tower with a small lantern, painted white with one red horizontal band

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Videbergshamn(5.5 km)
Admiralty No.
C0678.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kungsbacka Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Kungsbacka Lighthouses displays the characteristic Fl White 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 color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Kungsbacka Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kungsbacka Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is ESPENASVAGEN ROAD at 2.2 NM to the SE. Other ports served include DRAGSVAGEN ROAD (3.8 NM NW), Ringhals (5.5 NM S), BUA (6.5 NM S), Kungsbacka (7.4 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kungsbacka Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kungsbacka 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 Kungsbacka Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
Kungsbacka 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 Kungsbacka Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kungsbacka 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.