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Bovbjerg Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 15s🇩🇰Lemvig Municipality, DKOperational

Location & Light Range

About Bovbjerg Lighthouse

Built in 1877, Bovbjerg Lighthouse is a cylindrical red brick tower with gray stone trim, standing 26 meters tall. It is attached to two 1-1/2 story brick keeper's houses, one of which has been updated to serve as a café. The lighthouse emits a white light with two flashes every 15 seconds, using its original 1st order Fresnel lens. This structure overlooks the sea south of Ferring, near Lemvig Municipality. Its focal height reaches 62 meters, providing a geographic range of 20.4 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, and visitors can access the tower seasonally.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is notable for its continued operation with its original 1st order Fresnel lens, a rare piece of historical optical technology. It serves as a navigational marker for vessels along the Danish coast.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl W 15s
Focal Height
62m
Geographic Range
20.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1877

Significant events: one keeper's house renovated as a café

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Lemvig(6.5 km)
ARLHS No.
DEN-003

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
26m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red brick with gray stone trim
Material
stone, brick

Structure: round brick tower with stone trim, lantern and gallery, attached to a pair of 1-1/2 story brick keeper's houses; one of the houses is renovated as a café

Location

City
Lemvig Municipality
Country
🇩🇰Denmark
Region
Central Denmark Region
Sea Region
Fyrvej south of Ferring
Latitude
56.5132°
Longitude
8.1196°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Bovbjerg Lighthouse at night?+
Bovbjerg displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 15s — 2 white flashes every 15 seconds. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Bovbjerg Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bovbjerg Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Bøvlingbjerg at 5.5 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Lemvig (6.7 NM ENE), Torsminde (8.6 NM S), THYBORON (11.6 NM NNE), Orø (11.7 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bovbjerg Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bovbjerg Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
How can I track vessels near Bovbjerg Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bovbjerg Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.