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Fornæs Lighthouse

Fl White 20s🇩🇰Norddjurs Municipality, DKOperational

Location & Light Range

About Fornæs Lighthouse

Fornæs Lighthouse, built in 1892, is a cylindrical granite tower standing 27 meters tall. Located at the easternmost point of Jylland on the Djurs peninsula, it is situated about 4 kilometers northeast of Grenaa. The tower, unpainted and red in color, features a lantern and gallery. Its light emits a single white flash every 20 seconds. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed. The nearest port is Grenaa, located 1.8 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the critical easternmost point of Jylland, guiding vessels around the Djurs peninsula and through the Kattegat.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 20s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
20s
Raw Code
Fl W 20s
Focal Height
32m
Geographic Range
15.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1892

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
27m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
granite

Structure: round granite tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Norddjurs Municipality
Country
🇩🇰Denmark
Region
Central Denmark Region
Sea Region
Fornæs marks the easternmost point of Jylland, situated at the end of the Djurs peninsula on a cape, approximately 4 km northeast of the Grenå waterfront.
Latitude
56.4433°
Longitude
10.9584°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Grenaa(1.8 km)
Admiralty No.
C0204
ARLHS No.
DEN-008
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Fornæs Lighthouse at night?+
Fornæs displays the characteristic Fl White 20s. 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 Fornæs Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Fornæs Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Grenaa at 2.1 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include GLATVED STRAND (9 NM SSW), BONNERUP STRAND SEJ (9.7 NM WNW), Ebeltoft (19.8 NM SSW), KNEBELBRO JOLLE (21.7 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Fornæs Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Fornæs 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.
What shipping routes pass near Fornæs Lighthouse?+
Fornæs Lighthouse is located within the Baltic Sea trade route — a vital shipping corridor for trade between Scandinavian, German, Polish, and Baltic state ports. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Fornæs Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Fornæs 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.