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Svingrund Lighthouse

Fl (2) White/Red/Green 6s🇸🇪Gotland Municipality, SEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Svingrund Lighthouse

Built in 1953, the Svingrund lighthouse is a 9.5-meter tall concrete tower located about 1 kilometer off the northeast coast of Gotland island. The cylindrical structure features an orange-red color with a black band at its base. Its light emits two white, red, or green flashes every 6 seconds, visible for nearly 11 nautical miles. The lighthouse stands at the northern entrance to Fårösund, marking this important passage. The site is open to visitors, though the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: Svingrund lighthouse is essential for safe navigation at the northern entrance to Fårösund, guiding vessels through this narrow and challenging channel.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl(2) WRG 6s
Focal Height
11m
Light Range
7NM (13.0 km)
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1953

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
orange red with a black band at the base
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower

Location

City
Gotland Municipality
Country
🇸🇪Sweden
Region
Gotland County
Sea Region
Located about 1 km (0.6 mi) off the northeast point of Gotland island, marking the northern entrance to the Fårösund.
Latitude
57.9330°
Longitude
19.0156°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Farosund(4.5 km)
Admiralty No.
C7171
NGA No.
116-9872
ARLHS No.
SWE-388
Wikidata
Q40325398 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Svingrund Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 11 meters and a nominal range of 7 nautical miles (approximately 13.0 km), Svingrund is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. As a shorter-range light, it primarily serves nearshore and coastal traffic.
How do mariners identify Svingrund Lighthouse at night?+
Svingrund displays the characteristic Fl (2) White/Red/Green 6s — 2 white/red/green flashes every 6 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 Svingrund Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Svingrund Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Fårösund at 1.5 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Sund (1.5 NM SE), Strå (3 NM S), Kappelshamn (8.9 NM SW), Storugns (12.7 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Svingrund Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Svingrund 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 Svingrund Lighthouse?+
Svingrund 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 Svingrund Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Svingrund 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.