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Højbjerg Ost Lighthouse

Fl Red/Green 5s🇩🇰DKOperational

Location & Light Range

About Højbjerg Ost Lighthouse

This steel cylindrical tower, standing 10 meters tall, was established sometime in the 1970s and is painted green. It is situated on a tall mast topped with a round lantern and gallery. The lighthouse is located about 1.5 kilometers off the east coast of Langeland, Denmark, and 4 kilometers south of Spodsbjerg. Its light emits alternating red and green flashes every 5 seconds, providing sector guidance. The site is open to visitors who can access it by boat, but the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse's flashing red and green sectors every 5 seconds offer precise directional information, guiding vessels through the channel off Langeland. Its green mast also functions as a distinct daymark for approaching vessels.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red/Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red/Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl R/G 5s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Location

Country
🇩🇰Denmark
Sea Region
Located on the west side of the channel about 1.5 km off the east coast of Langeland and 4 km south of Spodsbjerg.
Latitude
54.8786°
Longitude
10.8335°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Spodsbjerg Havn(3.3 km)
Admiralty No.
C1673.3
NGA No.
3932

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
green
Material
steel

Structure: round lantern and gallery mounted on a tall mast

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Højbjerg Ost Lighthouse at night?+
Højbjerg Ost displays the characteristic Fl 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 red/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Højbjerg Ost Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Højbjerg Ost Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Spodsbjerg Havn at 3.3 NM to the N. Other ports served include Rudkøbing (5.7 NM NW), Tårs (6.7 NM E), Strynø (7.2 NM WNW), Bagenkop (9.5 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Højbjerg Ost Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Højbjerg Ost 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 Højbjerg Ost Lighthouse?+
Højbjerg Ost 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 Højbjerg Ost Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Højbjerg Ost 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.