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Östergarnsholm Västra Lighthouse

🇸🇪Gotland Municipality, SEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Östergarnsholm Västra Lighthouse

Östergarnsholm Västra lighthouse, a round cylindrical stone tower, was built in 1817 on the western end of Östergarnsholm island. Initially, it operated using a coal fire. In 1849, the structure was enhanced with the installation of a lantern, which increased its height and visibility. During this construction, a temporary light was maintained from a separate rubblestone tower. The lighthouse ceased operations in 1919, with its lantern being moved to a new facility. The unpainted stone tower, now 18 meters tall, retains its gallery but the lantern has been removed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse illustrates the technological progression of navigational aids, moving from coal fires to installed lanterns, and demonstrates the continuous efforts to improve maritime safety through structural upgrades.

Light & Optic

Focal Height
20.12m
Geographic Range
13.2NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1817

Significant events: Built in 1817 with a coal fire, In 1849 a lantern was installed raising the tower height from 12m to 20m, A temporary light was shown from a rubblestone tower during 1849 construction, Deactivated in 1919, Lantern transferred to a new lighthouse in 1919, Lantern removed

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
18m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
unpainted
Material
stone

Structure: round cylindrical stone tower with gallery; lantern removed

Location

City
Gotland Municipality
Country
🇸🇪Sweden
Region
Gotland County
Sea Region
Located at the west end of Östergarnsholm island
Latitude
57.4382°
Longitude
18.9758°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Slite(17.2 km)
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Östergarnsholm Västra Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Östergarnsholm Västra Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Slite at 17.7 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Storugns (19.4 NM NNW), Tomtbod (21 NM SW), Ronehamn (22.8 NM SW), Visby (24.7 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Östergarnsholm Västra Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Östergarnsholm Västra 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 Östergarnsholm Västra Lighthouse?+
Östergarnsholm Västra 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 Östergarnsholm Västra Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Östergarnsholm Västra 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.