Góra Szwedów Lighthouse, Baltic Sea lighthouse in Hel, Poland.
Góra Szwedów Lighthouse is a navigation aid on the Hel Peninsula along the Baltic coast. The structure features a steel skeletal tower built on a concrete foundation and sits on elevated terrain.
This navigation structure was built in 1936 and served ships for over 50 years before being deactivated. It replaced an earlier lighthouse system that had guided vessels in this area of the Baltic coast.
This lighthouse marks an important point in Polish maritime tradition and navigation. It represents how coastal communities relied on such structures to guide their ships safely through dangerous waters.
The site is easily accessible and situated near the coast with open views of the sea. Visitors should prepare for windy weather and wear sturdy footwear when exploring the area.
The structure sits atop Swedish Hill, a location whose name reflects historical maritime connections in the region. Few visitors realize the elevated terrain itself played a crucial role in making the light visible from far at sea.
Location: Hel
Inception: 1936
GPS coordinates: 54.62653,18.81939
Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:01
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