Långe Erik was designed by the architect Theodor Edberg and originally featured a rotating lens.
The lighthouse tower is constructed entirely from limestone quarried on Öland.
The island of Öland is connected to the Swedish mainland by a 6-kilometer bridge, but the Norra Udde remains a remote outpost at the northern tip.
The surrounding waters are part of the Baltic Sea, which has very low salinity compared to open oceans.
The name 'Långe Erik' contrasts with 'Långe Jan', the much taller lighthouse located at the southern tip of the island.
Ölands Norra Udde is the northernmost tip of Öland island, characterized by the 32-meter-tall Långe Erik lighthouse constructed in 1845. The area is part of the Trollskogen nature reserve boundary and serves as a major migration point for birds crossing the Baltic Sea. Visitors access the lighthouse via a limestone causeway connected to the mainland of Öland. The site features a unique maritime climate with sparse vegetation shaped by persistent winds. The lighthouse itself is built from Öland limestone, a material historically significant to regional architecture. The surrounding terrain consists of alvar landscapes, a rare habitat featuring thin soil over limestone bedrock.
The base of the Långe Erik lighthouse looking out toward the Baltic Sea horizon.
Bring binoculars as this is a prime location for observing migratory bird species.
Wear windproof layers as the open sea position causes constant, strong gusts even on sunny days.
Ensure your footwear has good grip, as the limestone paths can become slippery when damp.
Attempting to climb the lighthouse during peak wind events when safety restrictions may apply.
The lighthouse tower is typically closed to visitors during the winter season.
Stay on marked trails to protect the fragile alvar vegetation.
