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Fur Lighthouse

Oc White/Red/Green 5s🇩🇰Skive Municipality, DKOperational

Location & Light Range

About Fur Lighthouse

A triangular metal tower stands 6 meters tall on the northwestern side of Fur, an island in the Limfjord. First lit in 2007, this structure replaced an earlier lighthouse that was removed due to beach erosion. The current tower has a focal height of 13 meters and emits an occulting white, red, and green light every 5 seconds. Its light provides a geographic range of 11.3 nautical miles. The island itself is accessible by ferry from the mainland near Selde.

Why it matters: The lighthouse's directional light is important for vessels navigating the waterway around Fur island, helping mariners determine their position relative to the northwestern shore.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 5s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Oc WRG 5s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2007

Significant events: Old lighthouse removed due to beach erosion, replaced in 2007

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Fur(2.6 km)
ARLHS No.
DEN-073

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
triangular
Material
metal

Structure: triangular metal tower

Location

City
Skive Municipality
Country
🇩🇰Denmark
Region
Central Denmark Region
Sea Region
Located on the northwestern side of Fur, an island in the Limfjord on the south side of the waterway. The island is accessible by ferry from the mainland near Selde.
Latitude
56.8381°
Longitude
8.9735°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Fur Lighthouse at night?+
Fur displays the characteristic Oc White/Red/Green 5s. 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/red/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Fur Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Fur Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Nykøbing Mors at 4.4 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Glyngøre (5.5 NM SW), Feggesund (7.9 NM NNW), Sundsøre (10.2 NM SE), Hvalpsund (11 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Fur Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Fur 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 Fur Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Fur 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.