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Storö Lighthouse

Fl (3) White/Red/Green 9s🇸🇪Kalix kommun, SEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Storö Lighthouse

Also known as: Storö (Storön)

Constructed in 1955, this white, cylindrical concrete tower measures 10 meters in height. It is topped with a lantern room and gallery. The structure is located on a rocky outcrop approximately 7.3 km from Karlsborg Axelvik, within Norrbotten County. Its light pattern consists of three white flashes every 9 seconds. Additionally, it displays sector lights in white, red, and green to mark different areas. The site can be visited, but entry into the tower is prohibited. This lighthouse has a geographic range of 10.7 nautical miles.

Why it matters: The Storö light provides navigational guidance, marking its position and indicating safe channels through its sector lights for vessels approaching the area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) White/Red/Green 9s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
9s
Raw Code
Fl(3) 9s
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1955

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Kalix kommun
Country
🇸🇪Sweden
Region
Norrbotten County
Sea Region
on a skerry off a promontory about 5 km (3 mi) south of Storön
Latitude
65.6971°
Longitude
23.0953°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Karlsborg Axelvik(7.3 km)
Admiralty No.
C5727.5
NGA No.
11840
ARLHS No.
SWE-234
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Storö Lighthouse at night?+
Storö displays the characteristic Fl (3) White/Red/Green 9s — 3 white/red/green flashes every 9 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 Storö Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Storö Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Karlsborg Axelvik at 7.7 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Töre (16.4 NM NW), Sandvik (16.7 NM E), Luleå (24.4 NM WSW), Röyttä (26.9 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Storö Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Storö 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 Storö Lighthouse?+
Storö 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 Storö Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Storö 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.