Fårö lighthouse

Fårö lighthouse is a stone tower standing on the eastern side of Fårö island, rising 30 meters above the Baltic Sea. The white cylindrical structure is topped by a distinctive green lantern room that commands views across the water.

The lighthouse was built in 1847 following complaints about inadequate coastal lighting for ships. It initially burned rapeseed oil but switched to paraffin fuel in 1882.

The lighthouse stands as a testament to Swedish maritime engineering, incorporating first-order Fresnel lens technology that remained operational until 1976.

The location offers good viewing points from the water and from the shoreline, especially in clear weather. Access to the island is by boat and the surroundings provide space for exploring and photography.

The original keeper's house was relocated from Östergarnsholm island in 1925. This building carries architectural elements from a completely different location and time period.

Location: Gotland Municipality

Inception: 1846

Height: 30.3 m

Made from material: stone

GPS coordinates: 57.95956,19.34925

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:25