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Hestehoved Lighthouse

Oc (2) White/Red/Green 6s🇩🇰Guldborgsund Municipality, DKOperational

Location & Light Range

About Hestehoved Lighthouse

Built in 1891, Hestehoved Lighthouse is a practical structure situated on Falster's easternmost point, marking the entry to Grønsund. The lighthouse consists of a one-story lantern house joined to a one-and-a-half-story keeper's house, both painted white with gray roofs. Its light emits two white, red, or green flashes every 6 seconds, with a geographic range of 11.6 nautical miles. This station is located approximately 3 km east of Moseby and 5.4 km from Stubbekobing.

Why it matters: The lighthouse's directional light is important for guiding vessels through the Grønsund, the sound separating Falster from Møn. Its integrated keeper's house and lantern design reflects a specific period of lighthouse construction.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc (2) White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc(2) WRG 6s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1891

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Stubbekobing(5.4 km)
Admiralty No.
C2152
NGA No.
4468
ARLHS No.
DEN-137

Tower & Structure

Tower Color
white with gray roofs

Structure: A 1-story lantern house attached to a 1-1/2 story keeper's house, painted white with gray roofs.

Location

City
Guldborgsund Municipality
Country
🇩🇰Denmark
Region
Region Zealand
Sea Region
easternmost point of Falster and marks the entrance to the Grønsund, the sound separating Falster from Møn. Located about 3 km east of Moseby.
Latitude
54.8340°
Longitude
12.1650°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hestehoved Lighthouse at night?+
Hestehoved displays the characteristic Oc (2) White/Red/Green 6s — 2 white/red/green flashes every 6 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 Hestehoved Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hestehoved Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Stubbekøbing at 5.5 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Bogo By (6.1 NM NW), KALVEHAVE HAVN (9.6 NM N), Stege (9.9 NM NNE), Stensved (11 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hestehoved Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hestehoved 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 Hestehoved Lighthouse?+
Hestehoved 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 Hestehoved Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hestehoved 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.