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Marstrand Area Lighthouses Lighthouse

Fl (2) White/Red/Green 6s🇸🇪Kungälvs kommun, SEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Marstrand Area Lighthouses Lighthouse

The current Lekskär (2) Lighthouse, a white metal quadrilateral tower, was constructed in 1897. It stands 7 meters tall and is situated on a skerry approximately 2 kilometers south of Klåverön. The station was first established in 1884, but the original structure was lost to fire. The lighthouse emits two white, red, or green flashes every six seconds, with its light color indicating specific navigational directions. A 3-meter octagonal lantern is mounted atop the tower. An earlier daybeacon from 1868, a checkerboard-patterned wood tower, also stands nearby.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for safe passage through the Marstrand area, especially for vessels navigating south of Klåverön and Marstrand. The combination of the lighthouse and the nearby daybeacon forms a significant navigational complex.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl(2) WRG 6s
Focal Height
7m
Geographic Range
9.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1897
First Lit
1884

Significant events: Original lighthouse destroyed by fire

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
quadrilateral
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: A 3m octagonal lantern, painted white.

Location

City
Kungälvs kommun
Country
🇸🇪Sweden
Region
Västra Götaland County
Sea Region
Located on a skerry about 2 km (1.2 mi) south of Klåverön and about 5 km (3 mi) south of Marstrand.
Latitude
57.8414°
Longitude
11.5926°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Marstrand(2.8 km)
Admiralty No.
C0520
NGA No.
876
ARLHS No.
SWE-236
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Marstrand Area Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Marstrand Area Lighthouses displays the characteristic Fl (2) White/Red/Green 6s — 2 white/red/green flashes every 6 seconds. 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 Marstrand Area Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Marstrand Area Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Marstrand at 2.7 NM to the N. Other ports served include Roro (4.2 NM SSE), ASTOL (5 NM N), Hyppeln (5.1 NM S), NORDON NORTH (5.1 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Marstrand Area Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Marstrand Area 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 Marstrand Area Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
Marstrand Area 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 Marstrand Area Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Marstrand Area 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.