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Subbeberget Lighthouse

Lfl 30s🇸🇪Varbergs kommun, SEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Subbeberget Lighthouse

Also known as: Subbeberget (Varberg)

Built in 1934, Subbeberget lighthouse is a white, cylindrical concrete tower standing 14 meters tall. It features a lantern and gallery, with its light positioned 26 meters above sea level. The lighthouse emits two white, red, and green flashes every 30 seconds, visible for 14.5 nautical miles. Located near the port of Varberg, this navigational aid is situated 1.3 kilometers from the nearest harbor. The site is open to the public, though access to the tower itself is restricted.

Why it matters: The lighthouse's 1934 construction from concrete exemplifies a practical design built to withstand coastal conditions. Its accessible site allows visitors to engage with active maritime heritage.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Lfl 30s
Flash Type
Lfl
Interval
30s
Raw Code
LFl(2) WRG 30s
Focal Height
26m
Light Range
17NM (31.5 km)
Geographic Range
14.5NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1934

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery, painted white

Location

City
Varbergs kommun
Country
🇸🇪Sweden
Region
Halland County
Latitude
57.0882°
Longitude
12.2369°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Varberg(1.3 km)
Admiralty No.
C0704
NGA No.
116-1340
ARLHS No.
SWE-381
Wikidata
Q39749896 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Subbeberget Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 26 meters and a nominal range of 17 nautical miles (approximately 31.5 km), Subbeberget is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. Lights of this range are typically used as landfall lights by vessels approaching from the open sea.
How do mariners identify Subbeberget Lighthouse at night?+
Subbeberget displays the characteristic Lfl 30s. 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.
Which ports and harbors does Subbeberget Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Subbeberget Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Varberg at 1.3 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Träslövsläge (2.5 NM SSE), BUA (9.6 NM NNW), Glommen (10 NM SSE), Ringhals (10.9 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Subbeberget Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Subbeberget 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 Subbeberget Lighthouse?+
Subbeberget 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 Subbeberget Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Subbeberget 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.