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Torsvik Lighthouse

White🇸🇪Lidingö kommun, SEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Torsvik Lighthouse

The Torsvik Lighthouse is a 6-meter tall, round cylindrical tower painted white, first lit in 1950 on the west side of Lidingö island. It is situated a short distance north of the bridge connecting the island to Stockholm. The lighthouse has a focal height of 6 meters and a geographic range of 8.9 nautical miles. Its light was white and featured an extinguished characteristic. The structure includes a lantern and gallery. Torsvik lighthouse has been inactive since 1980, though the site remains open to the public while the tower is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marked a point on the west side of Lidingö, guiding local traffic and vessels approaching Stockholm through passages near the island.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
White
Light Color
White
Raw Code
Exting
Focal Height
6m
Geographic Range
8.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1950

Significant events: Inactive since 1980

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white

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

Location

City
Lidingö kommun
Country
🇸🇪Sweden
Region
Stockholm County
Sea Region
Located on the west side of the island of Lidingö a short distance north of the bridge connecting the island to Stockholm.
Latitude
59.3664°
Longitude
18.1150°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Loudden(2.8 km)
Admiralty No.
C6555.
Wikidata
Q10700432 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Torsvik Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Torsvik Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Loudden/Stockholm at 2.8 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Stockholm (2.8 NM SW), Bergs oljehamn (3.4 NM SSE), Ballstaviken (4.6 NM W), Gustavsvik/Stockholm (6.4 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Torsvik Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Torsvik 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 Torsvik Lighthouse?+
Torsvik 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 Torsvik Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Torsvik 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.