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Sydhamn Range Front Lighthouse

Oc White 3s🇸🇪Helsingborg, SEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sydhamn Range Front Lighthouse

This 19-meter-high square skeletal tower, made of steel, is painted white and features an orange triangular daymark, point up. Located on a quay in the south harbor of Helsingborg, Sweden, it is 0.3 kilometers from the nearest port. The light's focal height is 22 meters, and it displays an occulting white flash every 3 seconds (Oc W 3s). This operational structure functions as the front marker for a navigational range.

Why it matters: This front range light assists vessels entering Helsingborg's south harbor by providing a specific bearing. As part of a range system, it helps navigators maintain the correct course, avoiding hazards in the port's vicinity.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White 3s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Oc W 3s
Focal Height
22m
Geographic Range
13.6NM

Location

City
Helsingborg
Country
🇸🇪Sweden
Region
Skåne County
Sea Region
A quay in the south harbor of Helsingborg, Sweden
Latitude
56.0252°
Longitude
12.6983°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
19m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white with an orange triangular daymark, point up
Material
steel

Structure: square skeletal tower painted white and carrying an orange triangular daymark, point up

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Helsingborg(0.3 km)
Admiralty No.
C2306
NGA No.
5216
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sydhamn Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Sydhamn Range Front displays the characteristic Oc White 3s. 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 color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Sydhamn Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sydhamn Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Helsingborg at 1 NM to the N. Other ports served include Kopparverkshamnen (1.1 NM SSE), Helsingør (2.8 NM W), Snekkersten (3.9 NM WSW), ESPERGAERDE (5 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sydhamn Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sydhamn Range Front 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 Sydhamn Range Front Lighthouse?+
Sydhamn Range Front 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 Sydhamn Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sydhamn Range Front 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.