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Malmö Hamn Lighthouse

Oc White 5s🇸🇪Malmö, SEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Malmö Hamn Lighthouse

Also known as: Malmö Hamn (Range Front)

The Malmö Hamn lighthouse is an octagonal cast iron tower built in 1925. Standing 8 meters tall, it is painted white with a distinctive green horizontal band. Originally serving as the front light of a harbor range, it marked the entrance to Malmö's port. This octagonal structure, complete with a lantern and gallery, was situated on a short pier at the end of Hjälmarekajen quay. The lighthouse became inactive in 1983 following harbor expansions that altered the approach to the port. Today, the pier extends into the Frihamn basin.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the evolution of Malmö's port infrastructure and its shipping approaches.

Light & Optic

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

Construction & History

Year Built
1925

Significant events: Inactive since 1983, range discontinued due to changed harbor approach

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white with a green horizontal band
Material
cast iron

Structure: octagonal cast iron tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Malmö
Country
🇸🇪Sweden
Region
Skåne County
Sea Region
Located on a short pier at the end of Hjälmarekajen quay in Malmö, Sweden. It originally marked the entrance to the harbor and served as the front light of a range. Today, due to harbor extensions, the pier projects into the Frihamn (Free Harbor) basin.
Latitude
55.6165°
Longitude
12.9916°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Malmo(0.5 km)
Admiralty No.
C2359.
NGA No.
C2359
ARLHS No.
SWE-481
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Malmö Hamn Lighthouse at night?+
Malmö Hamn displays the characteristic Oc 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 Hamn Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Malmö Hamn Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Malmö at 1 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Limhamn (2.4 NM SW), Klagshamn (5.6 NM SSW), Bjärred (6.1 NM N), VIKHOG (6.8 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Malmö Hamn Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Malmö Hamn 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 Hamn Lighthouse?+
Malmö Hamn 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 Hamn Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Malmö Hamn 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.