Långe Jan
Sweden's tallest lighthouse, located at the southernmost tip of Öland. Visitors can climb it to overlook Ottenby Point and the bird migration grounds.
Långe Jan Lighthouse was built in 1785 and stands about 42 meters tall, making it Sweden's tallest lighthouse. Its white tower rises at Ottenby Point on the southern tip of Öland. In summer, visitors can climb the 197 steps to the top for views of the Baltic Sea, the limestone steppe, and the coastline. Nearby are the Ottenby Nature Center, a café, and a bird-watching station. Tower admission is about 60 Swedish kronor. It is closed in winter. It lies about 60 kilometers from Kalmar.
Opening hours
Approx. May–Sep 10:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Ottenby Nature Reserve
- Eketorp Ringfort
- Gettlinge Gravfält
- Stora Alvaret
- Karlevi Runestone
- Sandby Borg
- Kalmar Castle
- Kalmar Art Museum