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Gammel-Pøl Lighthouse

Oc (3) White/Red/Green 15s🇩🇰Sønderborg Municipality, DKOperational

Location & Light Range

About Gammel-Pøl Lighthouse

Also known as: Polshuk

The Gammel-Pøl lighthouse, also known as Polshuk, is a 10-meter cylindrical cast iron tower built in 1906. It is painted white with a single red horizontal band and features a lantern and gallery. The light emits three white, green, or red flashes every 15 seconds. Originally serving as the front light of a range, it was converted in 1975 to operate as a directional light. The structure was prefabricated by the German firm Julius Pintsch. The site is open to the public, but the tower remains closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for safe navigation around the southeastern tip of Als and provides precise guidance with its directional light. It also represents an example of prefabricated cast iron tower construction from the early 20th century.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc (3) White/Red/Green 15s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Oc(3) WGR 15s
Focal Height
20m
Geographic Range
13.2NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1906

Significant events: Converted from range light to directional light in 1975

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a single red horizontal band
Material
cast iron

Structure: round cylindrical cast iron tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Sønderborg Municipality
Country
🇩🇰Denmark
Region
Region of Southern Denmark
Sea Region
Located at the southeastern tip of Als, near the cape known as Polshuk, 3 km east of Neder Lysabild.
Latitude
54.8814°
Longitude
10.0693°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Mommark(3.2 km)
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Gammel-Pøl Lighthouse at night?+
Gammel-Pøl displays the characteristic Oc (3) White/Red/Green 15s — 3 white/red/green 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/red/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Gammel-Pøl Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Gammel-Pøl Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Mommark at 3.2 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Sydals (6.3 NM WNW), Fynshav (7.3 NM NNW), Søby Havn (7.5 NM ENE), Augustenborg (7.7 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Gammel-Pøl Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Gammel-Pøl 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 Gammel-Pøl Lighthouse?+
Gammel-Pøl 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 Gammel-Pøl Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Gammel-Pøl 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.