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Haldrup Forfyr Lighthouse

F Red🇩🇰Horsens, DKOperational

Location & Light Range

About Haldrup Forfyr Lighthouse

The Haldrup Forfyr, built in 1902, is a cylindrical wooden tower standing 8 meters tall. Its light is displayed through a square window on the top floor of the three-story structure. The tower is painted white and exhibits a red flashing light characteristic. This navigational aid is situated in a farm field, about 1.25 kilometers southeast of the village of Haldrup, on the north side of the Horsens Fjord. It is located approximately 3.5 kilometers from the nearest port of Horsens. The site is open to visitors, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This light guides ships into Horsens Fjord, a key waterway for local commerce.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Red
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Red
Raw Code
F R
Focal Height
8m
Geographic Range
9.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1902

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
wood

Structure: square cylindrical 3-story wood tower; the light is shown through a square window on the top floor

Location

City
Horsens
Country
🇩🇰Denmark
Region
Central Denmark Region
Sea Region
guides ships into the Horsens Fjord, located in a farm field about 1.25 km (3/4 mi) southeast of the village of Haldrup, on the north side of the fjord
Latitude
55.8802°
Longitude
9.9731°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Horsens(3.5 km)
Admiralty No.
C0866
ARLHS No.
DEN-094
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Haldrup Forfyr Lighthouse at night?+
Haldrup Forfyr displays the characteristic F Red. 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 Haldrup Forfyr Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Haldrup Forfyr Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Horsens at 3.9 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Hou Havn (9.7 NM E), Hov (9.8 NM E), Juelsminde (10 NM S), Rude (11.3 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Haldrup Forfyr Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Haldrup Forfyr 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 Haldrup Forfyr Lighthouse?+
Haldrup Forfyr 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 Haldrup Forfyr Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Haldrup Forfyr 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.