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Östergarn

Östergarn, Gotland Municipality, Gotland County, Sweden

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Östergarn (Gotland Municipality)
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Östergarn Lighthouse

The Östergarn lighthouse is located on the Swedish island of Gotland and has been guiding mariners since its construction.

History

  • The exact date of its establishment is not certain, but it is believed to have been built in the late 19th century.

Architecture

The tower height of the Östergarn lighthouse stands at approximately 36 meters (118 feet), while its focal height reaches up to 60 meters (197 feet) above sea level.

  • The light characteristics include a pattern of LFl, with three distinct lights that rotate in sequence.
  • The light's range is reported to be around 10 nautical miles.

The lighthouse was constructed using traditional materials and features a distinctive design that reflects its maritime heritage.

Light Characteristics

  • Pattern: LFl (three distinct lights rotating in sequence)
  • Range: approximately 10 nautical miles
  • Focal height: up to 60 meters (197 feet) above sea level

Current Status

The Östergarn lighthouse is currently an active aid to navigation, although it may be automated at times.

Location and Accessibility

Östergarn lighthouse is situated on the Swedish island of Gotland, within the Östergarn District. The location is easily accessible by road or public transportation.

Heritage Status

The Östergarn lighthouse has been designated as a notable landmark and is included in various lists of Sweden's cultural heritage sites.

Notable Historical Events

Unfortunately, no specific historical events are documented for the Östergarn lighthouse.

Details

NameÖstergarn
CityGotland Municipality
CountrySweden
Coordinates57.44226, 18.984802
Current useactive aid to navigation
Accessibletrue