Coastal heritage in Strömstad

Coastal Heritage of Strömstad

Strömstad’s maritime history is defined by its strategic position on Sweden’s west coast. This collection features a network of lighthouses, including those at Nord-Hällsö and Tjurholmsknappen, which have guided vessels through the northern Bohuslän archipelago for generations. The list also includes the historic Kallbadhus, an open-air cold bathhouse built on piers, and the central marina, reflecting the town's transition from a fishing hub to a premier sailing destination.

Coastal Heritage of Strömstad — Map

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Strömstads fyr

Harbour light marking the entrance to the inner port.

B

Strömstad Kallbadhus

Traditional open-air cold bathhouse on the waterfront with separate sections and direct sea access.

C

Strömstad Marina

Full-service guest harbor providing moorings and facilities for leisure craft in the town center.

D

Nord-Hällsö fyr

Coastal light on the northern end of Hällsö island guiding navigation through the Koster Fjord.

E

Tjurholmsknappen fyr

Automated light on a rocky outcrop marking the shipping lane toward the Norwegian border.

F

Likholmen fyr

Small light on Likholmen island, south of the main harbor entrance.

G

Halsörholmen fyr

Navigation light on Halsörholmen assisting vessels through the inner archipelago channels.

H

Södra Långön fyr

Sector light on the southern tip of Långön island, guiding traffic between the Koster Islands and the mainland.

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