Huvudskär, Nature reserve in Stockholm archipelago, Sweden
Huvudskär is a nature reserve in the Stockholm archipelago, comprising numerous rocky outcrops and small islands dotted across the Baltic Sea south of the city. A white lighthouse with a black band marks the main island and serves as the area's most recognizable structure.
Medieval fishermen established the first settlements on these islands, though their dwellings were destroyed during military conflicts in the 1700s. The modern era began when the lighthouse was constructed to guide ships through these treacherous waters.
The lighthouse, constructed in 1931, stands 16 meters tall with a white tower marked by a black band, replacing an earlier structure from 1882.
Reaching the islands requires boat travel, as they sit far from the mainland in the outer parts of the archipelago. Proper planning of your voyage and favorable weather conditions are essential for a safe journey to this isolated location.
The lighthouse has run entirely on solar power since the early 1990s, making it an unusual example of renewable energy in this remote setting. This independent system allows it to function reliably without regular external support.
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