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Skansudde lighthouse, Reinforced concrete lighthouse in Gotland Municipality, Sweden

The round cylindrical tower of Skansudde lighthouse extends 10.4 meters into the sky near the southwestern tip of Gotland Island.

The Swedish Maritime Administration established this navigational aid in 1936 to assist vessels traversing the Baltic Sea waters around Gotland.

The lighthouse stands adjacent to Visby Golfklubb, marking a point where maritime heritage intersects with modern recreational facilities.

This sector light continues to guide maritime traffic through the waters of Gotland Municipality, operating under Swedish Maritime Administration supervision.

The structure incorporates both lighthouse and sector light functions, providing directional guidance through specific colored light sectors for maritime navigation.

Location: Gotland Municipality

Inception: 1936

Height: 10.4 m

Made from material: reinforced concrete

GPS coordinates: 57.44092,18.11831

Latest update: March 11, 2025 17:20

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