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Malmö Range Front Lighthouse

Oc White 5s🇸🇪Malmö, SEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Malmö Range Front Lighthouse

This white skeletal tower, standing 10 meters tall, guides vessels into Malmö's harbor. Constructed from steel, it features a red triangular daymark pointing upwards. The light emits a white flash every 5 seconds, with its focal plane at 13 meters. Located at the end of Grimsbygaten on the east side of the harbor within Harbor Park, it serves as a modern entrance range. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This range light is essential for guiding ships through the precise entrance channel into Malmö's busy harbor, ensuring smooth navigation.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White 5s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Oc W 5s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Location

City
Malmö
Country
🇸🇪Sweden
Region
Skåne County
Sea Region
Located in Malmö's Harbor Park (Hamnparken) at the end of Grimsbygaten, on the east side of the harbor, serving as a modern entrance range for the port of Malmö.
Latitude
55.6165°
Longitude
12.9941°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Malmo(0.6 km)
Admiralty No.
C2360
NGA No.
5360

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
white
Material
steel

Structure: triangular skeletal tower carrying a red triangular daymark, point up

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Malmö Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Malmö Range Front 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 Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Malmö Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Malmö at 1 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Limhamn (2.5 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 Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Malmö Range Front 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 Range Front Lighthouse?+
Malmö Range Front 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 Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Malmö Range Front 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.