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Malmö Lighthouse

Q White 5s🇸🇪Malmö, SEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Malmö Lighthouse

Also known as: Malmö (Inre Hamn) (Range Rear)

An octagonal stone and cast iron tower, built in 1878, stands 20 meters tall and is painted white with two narrow red horizontal bands. Originally established in 1822, the lighthouse guided vessels into Malmö's harbor. Its light produced a quick white flash every 5 seconds. The structure, featuring an octagonal cast iron tower with a lantern and gallery atop a stone base, was formerly situated on a pierhead. Operational since 1822, the station ceased active service in 1983 and is now charted as a land feature on Hjälmarekajen quay.

Why it matters: The lighthouse's unique octagonal cast iron design on a stone base, along with its distinctive coloring, makes it a notable example of 19th-century lighthouse architecture.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Q White 5s
Flash Type
Quick
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Q W 5s
Light Range
18NM (33.3 km)

Construction & History

Year Built
1878
First Lit
1822

Significant events: station established 1822, inactive since 1983, formerly stood on a pierhead

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Malmo(0.8 km)
Admiralty No.
C2359.1.
ARLHS No.
SWE-045

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
20m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white with two narrow red horizontal bands
Material
stone, cast iron

Structure: octagonal cast iron tower with lantern and gallery, mounted on an octagonal stone base

Location

City
Malmö
Country
🇸🇪Sweden
Region
Skåne County
Sea Region
Malmö harbor, now on Stora Varvsgaten at Hjälmarekajen quay
Latitude
55.6125°
Longitude
12.9959°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Malmö Lighthouse at night?+
Malmö displays the characteristic Q White 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 color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Malmö Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Malmö Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Malmö at 0.8 NM to the S. Other ports served include Limhamn (2.3 NM SW), Klagshamn (5.5 NM SSW), Bjärred (6.3 NM N), VIKHOG (7.1 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Malmö Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Malmö 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 Malmö Lighthouse?+
Malmö 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 Malmö Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Malmö 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.