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Stora Juten Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Stora Juten Lighthouse

Built in 1927, this 8-meter-high cylindrical concrete tower is located on a skerry at the entry to Norrköping from the Bråviken estuary. The structure is white with a red horizontal band encircling the lantern room. Its light, with a focal height of 6 meters, has a geographic range of 8.9 nautical miles and displays three flashes (white, red, and green) in a 9-second cycle. The grounds are accessible to the public, but the tower is not.

Why it matters: Stora Juten marks the entrance to the Bråviken estuary for Norrköping. Its distinctive light pattern serves as a navigation aid, alerting ships to their location within the marked channels and helping them avoid hazards near the port's entrance.

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) WRG 9s
Focal Height
6m
Light Range
13.5NM (25.0 km)
Geographic Range
8.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1927

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a red horizontal band around the lantern
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Norrköping
Country
🇸🇪Sweden
Region
Östergötland County
Sea Region
Located on a skerry in the entrance to Norrköping from the Bråviken estuary.
Latitude
58.6342°
Longitude
16.3245°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Djuron(0.2 km)
Admiralty No.
C6902
NGA No.
8700
ARLHS No.
SWE-214
Wikidata
Q40123739 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Stora Juten Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 6 meters and a nominal range of 13.5 nautical miles (approximately 25.0 km), Stora Juten 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 Stora Juten Lighthouse at night?+
Stora Juten 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 Stora Juten Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Stora Juten Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Djurön at 0.8 NM to the E. Other ports served include Norrköping (4.9 NM WSW), Bråviken (6.5 NM E), Marviken (16.7 NM ESE), Stigtomta (17.4 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Stora Juten Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Stora Juten 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 Stora Juten Lighthouse?+
Stora Juten 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 Stora Juten Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Stora Juten 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.