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Landskrona Lighthouses Lighthouse

Oc Green 4s🇸🇪Landskrona kommun, SEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Landskrona Lighthouses Lighthouse

This green, square skeletal metal tower stands 12 meters tall and has a focal height of 14 meters. It emits an occulting green light that flashes every 4 seconds, visible for 11.6 nautical miles. Constructed from metal, the tower is painted green. The lighthouse is operational and marks the south side of the entrance channel to the Landskrona waterfront. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for the safe navigation of vessels entering and departing Landskrona, delineating the south side of the busy entrance channel.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc Green 4s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Oc G 4s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Location

City
Landskrona kommun
Country
🇸🇪Sweden
Region
Skåne County
Sea Region
Landskrona waterfront, marking the south side of the entrance channel.
Latitude
55.8664°
Longitude
12.8244°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Nyhamn(0.3 km)
Admiralty No.
C2328.1
NGA No.
5308
ARLHS No.
SWE-168

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
green
Material
metal

Structure: square skeletal tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Landskrona Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Landskrona Lighthouses displays the characteristic Oc 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Landskrona Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Landskrona Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Nyhamn at 0 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Landskrona (0.3 NM E), HILDESBORGSVAGEN SE (4 NM NNW), Barsebäckshamn (7.2 NM SSE), Löddeköpinge (8.8 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Landskrona Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Landskrona 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 Landskrona Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
Landskrona 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 Landskrona Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Landskrona 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.