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Vaxholm Lighthouses Lighthouse

Fl White/Red/Green 3s🇸🇪Vaxholms kommun, SEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Vaxholm Lighthouses Lighthouse

This lighthouse, established in 1922, consists of a 4-meter lantern mounted on a stone pier, built in 1956. The structure is located about 700 meters southeast of the Vaxholm waterfront. Its light emits a white, red, or green flash every three seconds, serving as a directional aid. The geographic range of the light is 7.9 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, but the tower is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides vessels through the intricate channels and busy waters of the Stockholm archipelago near Vaxholm.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White/Red/Green 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl WGR 3s
Focal Height
4m
Geographic Range
7.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1956

Significant events: Station established 1922

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
4m
Material
stone

Structure: A 4m lantern is mounted on a stone pier.

Location

City
Vaxholms kommun
Country
🇸🇪Sweden
Region
Stockholm County
Sea Region
about 700 m southeast of the Vaxholm waterfront
Latitude
59.3958°
Longitude
18.3609°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Vaxholm(0.3 km)
ARLHS No.
SWE-333
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Vaxholm Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Vaxholm Lighthouses displays the characteristic Fl White/Red/Green 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/red/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Vaxholm Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Vaxholm Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Vaxholm at 0.9 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Gustavsberg (4.8 NM S), Gustavsvik/Stockholm (5.1 NM SSW), Bergs oljehamn (7.6 NM SW), Loudden/Stockholm (10.2 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Vaxholm Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Vaxholm Lighthouses 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 Vaxholm Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
Vaxholm Lighthouses 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 Vaxholm Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Vaxholm Lighthouses 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.