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Skags Flasor Lighthouse

Fl (3) White 12s🇸🇪Grundsunda District, SEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Skags Flasor Lighthouse

A cylindrical concrete tower built in 1958, Skags Flasor stands 5 meters tall with its light at a focal height of 6 meters. It is painted white with a red horizontal band beneath the gallery. This light is situated on a small island about 5 kilometers east-northeast of the Skagsudde lighthouse. Its geographic range is 8.9 nautical miles. The light emits a white flash every 12 seconds. The site is open to visitors, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: Skags Flasor's directional light provides precise guidance for mariners navigating specific channels and hazards near Skagsudde, complementing the area's navigational systems.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) White 12s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Fl W 12s
Focal Height
6m
Light Range
8NM (14.8 km)
Geographic Range
8.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1958

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a red horizontal band below the gallery
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Grundsunda District
Country
🇸🇪Sweden
Region
Västernorrland County
Sea Region
small island about 5 km (3 mi) east northeast of the Skagsudde lighthouse
Latitude
63.1880°
Longitude
19.0160°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Husum(8.8 km)
Admiralty No.
C5951
NGA No.
10936
ARLHS No.
SWE-343
Wikidata
Q41659280 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Skags Flasor Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 6 meters and a nominal range of 8 nautical miles (approximately 14.8 km), Skags Flasor is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. This range makes it a significant coastal navigation aid for vessels transiting the area.
How do mariners identify Skags Flasor Lighthouse at night?+
Skags Flasor displays the characteristic Fl (3) White 12s — 3 white flashes every 12 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 color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Skags Flasor Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Skags Flasor Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Skagshamn at 1.7 NM to the N. Other ports served include Domsjö (9 NM WNW), Lugnvik (9.5 NM NW), Husum (9.6 NM NNE), Örnsköldsvik (10.5 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Skags Flasor Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Skags Flasor 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 Skags Flasor Lighthouse?+
Skags Flasor 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 Skags Flasor Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Skags Flasor 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.