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Kyrkbacken Lighthouse

Oc White/Red/Green 4s🇸🇪Landskrona kommun, SEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kyrkbacken Lighthouse

The Kyrkbacken lighthouse stands as a cylindrical white tower with a lantern and gallery, extending 6 meters in height. It is situated at the end of the south breakwater in Skåne County, Sweden, on the west side of the island facing Denmark. The focal height of the light is 7 meters, and it emits an occulting white, green, or red light that changes every 4 seconds. This active aid has a geographic range of 9.3 nautical miles. While the tower is closed to the public, the surrounding site is open, allowing visitors access to the breakwater leading to the structure.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for local navigation, guiding vessels around the south breakwater and into Kyrkbacken harbor. Its directional light system is essential for indicating safe channels to approaching boats.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 4s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Oc WGR 4s
Focal Height
7m
Light Range
13NM (24.1 km)
Geographic Range
9.3NM

Location

City
Landskrona kommun
Country
🇸🇪Sweden
Region
Skåne County
Sea Region
Located at the end of the south breakwater at Kyrkbacken, on the west side of the island facing Denmark.
Latitude
55.9099°
Longitude
12.6725°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Backviken(1.8 km)
Admiralty No.
C1930
NGA No.
5288
Wikidata
Q10551436 →
OpenStreetMap
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white

Structure: round cylindrical tower with lantern and gallery, painted white

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Kyrkbacken Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 7 meters and a nominal range of 13 nautical miles (approximately 24.1 km), Kyrkbacken 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 Kyrkbacken Lighthouse at night?+
Kyrkbacken displays the characteristic Oc White/Red/Green 4s. 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 Kyrkbacken Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kyrkbacken Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is HILDESBORGSVAGEN SE at 4.2 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include RUNGSTED HAVN (4.7 NM WSW), Nyhamn (5.8 NM ESE), Kopparverkshamnen (6 NM NNE), Landskrona (6 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kyrkbacken Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kyrkbacken 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 Kyrkbacken Lighthouse?+
Kyrkbacken 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 Kyrkbacken Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kyrkbacken 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.