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Helnæs Lighthouse

Fl White/Red/Green 5s🇩🇰Assens Municipality, DKOperational

Location & Light Range

About Helnæs Lighthouse

Also known as: Helnæs (Lindehoved)

Helnæs Lighthouse, built in 1901, is a square masonry tower standing 28 meters tall. It is located on the southwestern point of Helnæs island, which is connected to the mainland by a causeway and bridge. The tower is white with red trim and features a white lantern with a red roof. Its focal height is 30 meters, and it emits a white, red, or green light in a flashing sequence every 5 seconds. The lighthouse complex also includes a two-story keeper's house and other historical buildings.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for guiding vessels around the southwestern point of Helnæs island. Its sector light provides specific warnings about maritime conditions and hazards in the area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White/Red/Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl WGR 5s
Focal Height
30m
Geographic Range
15.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1901

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Bojden(3.9 km)
Admiralty No.
C0988
NGA No.
2636
ARLHS No.
DEN-015

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
28m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
White with red trim, lantern white with a red roof
Material
masonry

Structure: square masonry tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Assens Municipality
Country
🇩🇰Denmark
Region
Region of Southern Denmark
Sea Region
An island off the southwestern corner of Fyn, Denmark, joined to the mainland by a causeway and bridge. Located on the southwestern point of Helnæs, at the end of the Lindehovedvej.
Latitude
55.1333°
Longitude
9.9787°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Helnæs Lighthouse at night?+
Helnæs displays the characteristic Fl 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 Helnæs Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Helnæs Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Bøjden at 3.9 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Fynshav (8.4 NM S), Assens (8.7 NM NNW), Faaborg (9.1 NM ESE), Søllested (10.3 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Helnæs Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Helnæs 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 Helnæs Lighthouse?+
Helnæs 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 Helnæs Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Helnæs 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.