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Lägerholmen Lighthouse

Fl White/Red/Green 5s🇸🇪Kristianstads kommun, SEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Lägerholmen Lighthouse

Built in 1908, Lägerholmen Lighthouse is a 17-meter cylindrical concrete tower. It stands on a small island located approximately 3 kilometers offshore and 6 kilometers southwest of Tredenborg. This island is also a designated nature reserve. The lighthouse emits a white, red, or green light with a sequence of a single flash every 5 seconds. Its focal height matches the tower's height, marking the sea surface at 17 meters. The geographic range of its light is 12.4 nautical miles.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for safe passage southwest of Tredenborg, guiding vessels with its distinctive sector light that indicates different dangers or safe routes depending on the approach.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White/Red/Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W R G 5s
Focal Height
17m
Geographic Range
12.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1908

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Ahus(5.4 km)
Admiralty No.
C7564
NGA No.
7240
ARLHS No.
SWE-229

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
17m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Kristianstads kommun
Country
🇸🇪Sweden
Region
Skåne County
Sea Region
Located on a small island about 3 km offshore and about 6 km southwest of Tredenborg; the island is a nature reserve.
Latitude
55.9645°
Longitude
14.4708°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Lägerholmen Lighthouse at night?+
Lägerholmen displays the characteristic Fl White/Red/Green 5s. 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 Lägerholmen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Lägerholmen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is VALJE at 5.6 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Sölvesborg (5.8 NM NNE), Åhus (6.9 NM WSW), KROKAAS (10.9 NM ENE), Elleholm (15.3 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Lägerholmen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Lägerholmen 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 Lägerholmen Lighthouse?+
Lägerholmen 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 Lägerholmen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Lägerholmen 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.