Utvær Lighthouse, Maritime lighthouse in Solund, Norway
Description
Utvær Lighthouse is a cylindrical red tower situated on Norway's westernmost island group, rising 31 meters above sea level. The light reaches up to 45 meters high and is visible approximately 35 kilometers across the ocean.
History
The cast iron lighthouse began operations in 1900 and endured significant damage during a 1945 air raid that destroyed nearby buildings. Despite this attack, the tower itself survived and continued its maritime function.
Culture
The lighthouse appears on the Norwegian 50-kroner banknote and serves as a navigation reference marking the boundary between two major ocean regions.
Practical
Access to the lighthouse requires a boat journey since it sits on an island group far from the mainland. Organized tours run during summer months and provide transport to and from the site.
Did you know?
The site holds traces of Viking activity with visible marks where ancient warriors sharpened their weapons on the rocks. A chapel built in 1718 also remains on the islands, offering a window into the site's long human presence.
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