Vinö Bredhäll Lighthouse

Constructed in 1940, the Vinö Bredhäll lighthouse was first illuminated in the same year. It measures 8 meters in height, with the light source positioned at 10 meters above sea level. The structure is a cylindrical concrete tower, painted white with a black horizontal band, and rests on a black base. This lighthouse emits very quick flashes of white, red, and green light with a cycle of 6 seconds (VQ WGR Int 6s). It is located on a rocky islet west of the northern approach to Kalmarsund, about 12 kilometers southeast of Blankaholm and 5 kilometers east of Vinö. The location is accessible to visitors, while the tower itself is not open.

Why it matters: This navigation aid marks the northern entry to Kalmarsund, a frequently used waterway. Its specific very quick-flashing, multi-colored sector light system clearly indicates safe passage routes and alerts vessels to the shallow waters surrounding the islet, thus avoiding collisions in this area dotted with numerous islands.