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Frederikshavn Lighthouses Lighthouse

Fl Red 3s🇩🇰DKOperational

This cylindrical green lighthouse, standing 7 meters tall, was built and first lit in 1892. It features a lantern and gallery and emits a single red flash every 3 seconds, with a focal height of 7.5 meters and a geographic range of 9.5 nautical miles. Originally situated at the end of the north outer breakwater mole in Frederikshavn, it served to guide vessels into the port. The lighthouse ceased active operation in 2015 and was relocated to the waterfront near the Hotel Jutlandia. It has remained operational, though its current exact location may have changed since 2020.

Why it matters: The lighthouse preserves a tangible link to Frederikshavn's maritime past and the historical navigation of its busy port.

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl R 3s
Focal Height
7.5m
Geographic Range
9.5NM
Year Built
1892

Significant events: Inactive since 2015, relocated from the north outer breakwater mole to the waterfront in 2015, replaced by a leading light on a skeletal mast in 2015, replacement light removed in 2021, may have been relocated again since 2020

Open to public
Site open, tower closed
Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
green

Structure: round tower with lantern and gallery, painted green

Country
🇩🇰Denmark
Sea Region
Located in Frederikshavn, a port town in Denmark, originally at the end of the north outer breakwater mole, now on display at the water's edge across from the Hotel Jutlandia.
Latitude
57.4365°
Longitude
10.5394°
Nearest Port
Frederikshavn(0.2 km)
Admiralty No.
C0028
NGA No.
1608
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How do mariners identify Frederikshavn Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Frederikshavn Lighthouses displays the characteristic Fl Red 3s. 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Frederikshavn Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Frederikshavn Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Frederikshavn at 0.1 NM to the E. Other ports served include STRANDBY (3.5 NM NNW), Sæby (6.2 NM S), Vesterø Havn, Læsø (15 NM SE), Skagen (17 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Frederikshavn Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Frederikshavn Lighthouses 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 Frederikshavn Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
Frederikshavn Lighthouses 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 Frederikshavn Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
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