Trubaduren lighthouse, Maritime lighthouse in Gothenburg, Sweden
Trubaduren lighthouse is a reinforced concrete structure positioned at the entrance to Gothenburg's harbor, rising approximately 24 meters above sea level. It emits white, red, and green flashing signals that can be seen from considerable distances to guide vessels safely.
The structure was built in 1964 and became operational in 1965 to mark the entrance to one of northern Europe's major ports. It has remained a key part of the harbor infrastructure and continues to guide traffic into this vital shipping gateway.
The lighthouse serves as a guiding landmark that local mariners depend on daily, embodying Sweden's commitment to safe navigation in these busy shipping waters.
The lighthouse is best viewed from the water or from a distance, as it sits on a reef at the harbor entrance. Visitors can observe it during boat trips or from various vantage points along the nearby shoreline.
The structure runs on solar power and nickel-battery systems to fuel its navigation lights, making it one of the harbor's lesser-known green infrastructure installations. The system can operate through extended winter periods without external power connections.
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