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Stora Kalven

O 595

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Stora Kalven Lighthouse

The Stora Kalven lighthouse is situated at O 595 in Kungälvs kommun, Sweden.

Location and Accessibility

  • The location provides easy access to the surrounding area, making it a popular destination for tourists and locals alike.

History

The Stora Kalven lighthouse was built in 1988. It has been an important aid to navigation for mariners in the region ever since its construction.

Architecture

  • The tower height of the Stora Kalven lighthouse is approximately 25 meters (82 feet).
  • The focal height, which is the distance from the base of the tower to the top of the light source, is around 30 meters (98 feet).
  • The lighthouse features a distinctive design with a green and white striped pattern.

Light Characteristics

  • The Stora Kalven lighthouse emits a Fl (flash) pattern with a period of 3 seconds, visible from the sea in all directions.
  • The light is reported to be visible from a distance of up to 6 nautical miles.

Current Status

The Stora Kalven lighthouse is currently an active aid to navigation, although it has been automated since its construction. It remains an important reference point for mariners and locals alike.

Heritage Status

Unfortunately, no information is available regarding the heritage status of the Stora Kalven lighthouse.

Notable Historical Events

No notable historical events are recorded for the Stora Kalven lighthouse.

Details

NameStora Kalven
CityKungälvs kommun
CountrySweden
Coordinates57.779644, 11.725073
Current useactive navigation