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Sydhamn Range Rear Lighthouse

Oc White 3s🇸🇪Helsingborg, SEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sydhamn Range Rear Lighthouse

The Sydhamn Range Rear is a square skeletal tower, 26 meters high, painted white and marked with a downward-pointing orange triangle. It stands 254 meters north of its corresponding front light. This masonry structure reaches a focal height of 28 meters. It emits an occulting white light that is dark for 3 seconds. The geographic range of this light is 14.9 nautical miles. The nearest port is Helsingborg, 0.3 kilometers away.

Why it matters: As part of a navigational range, this light is essential for guiding vessels along a precise course, ensuring safe passage into the harbor or through a designated channel.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White 3s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Oc W 3s
Focal Height
28m
Geographic Range
14.9NM

Location

City
Helsingborg
Country
🇸🇪Sweden
Region
Skåne County
Sea Region
Sydhamn Range Rear, located 254 meters north of its front light, guiding vessels along a specific course.
Latitude
56.0268°
Longitude
12.6983°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
26m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white with an orange triangular daymark
Material
masonry

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

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Helsingborg(0.3 km)
Admiralty No.
C2306.1
NGA No.
5220
ARLHS No.
SWE-029
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sydhamn Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Sydhamn Range Rear 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 Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sydhamn Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Helsingborg at 0.9 NM to the N. Other ports served include Kopparverkshamnen (1.2 NM SSE), Helsingør (2.7 NM W), Snekkersten (4 NM WSW), ESPERGAERDE (5 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sydhamn Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sydhamn Range Rear 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 Rear Lighthouse?+
Sydhamn Range Rear 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 Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sydhamn Range Rear 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.