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Strömskaten Lighthouse

Fl (2) White/Red/Green 12s🇸🇪Njurunda District, SEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Strömskaten Lighthouse

Also known as: Strömskaten (Strömskatan)

This concrete lighthouse, first lit in 1900, stands on a square base and features a cylindrical tower topped with a lantern and gallery. The red tower measures 11 meters in height, with the light positioned 12 meters above sea level. Its geographic range extends to 11 nautical miles. The light emits two white, red, or green flashes every 12 seconds, with the color indicating the approach direction. The site is open to visitors, but the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: The lighthouse's directional light is essential for safe navigation around Lungön island, helping vessels avoid shoals and maintain specific channels.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White/Red/Green 12s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Fl(2) WRG 12s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1900

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery, mounted on a square concrete base

Location

City
Njurunda District
Country
🇸🇪Sweden
Region
Västernorrland County
Sea Region
western end of the island of Lungön
Latitude
62.1819°
Longitude
17.6742°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Stockvik(12.5 km)
Admiralty No.
C5988
NGA No.
10832
ARLHS No.
SWE-184
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Strömskaten Lighthouse at night?+
Strömskaten displays the characteristic Fl (2) White/Red/Green 12s — 2 white/red/green 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/red/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Strömskaten Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Strömskaten Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Essvik at 10.8 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Kubikenborg (12.2 NM NW), Stockviksverken (12.8 NM NW), Ortviken (15.1 NM NW), Tunadal (15.7 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Strömskaten Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Strömskaten 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 Strömskaten Lighthouse?+
Strömskaten 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 Strömskaten Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Strömskaten 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.