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Hov Lighthouse

Oc White/Red/Green 4s🇩🇰Langeland Municipality, DKOperational

Location & Light Range

About Hov Lighthouse

Hov Lighthouse, constructed in 1893, is a cylindrical brick tower standing 12 meters tall. It is painted white with a single red horizontal band. The lighthouse features a lantern and gallery and is attached to a one-and-a-half-story brick keeper's house. Its light has a geographic range of 11 nautical miles. The operational light displays white, red, or green and flashes once every 4 seconds. The structure is located at the northeastern tip of Langeland.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for guiding vessels around the northeastern tip of Langeland. Its attached keeper's house provides a glimpse into historical Danish lighthouse operations.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 4s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Oc WRG 4s
Focal Height
12m
Light Range
12NM (22.2 km)
Geographic Range
11NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1893

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Lohals(2.0 km)
ARLHS No.
DEN-035
Wikidata
Q12317343 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with one red horizontal band
Material
brick

Structure: round brick tower with lantern and gallery, attached to a 1-1/2 story brick keeper's house

Location

City
Langeland Municipality
Country
🇩🇰Denmark
Region
Region of Southern Denmark
Sea Region
northeastern tip of Langeland, at the end of the Hov Fyrvej
Latitude
55.1466°
Longitude
10.9552°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Hov Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 12 meters and a nominal range of 12 nautical miles (approximately 22.2 km), Hov is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. This range makes it a significant coastal navigation aid for vessels transiting the area.
How do mariners identify Hov Lighthouse at night?+
Hov displays the characteristic Oc White/Red/Green 4s. 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 Hov Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hov Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Lohals at 2 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Lundeborg (5.9 NM W), Agersø (9.2 NM ENE), Lindholm Havn (9.8 NM NNW), Nyborg (10.3 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hov Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hov 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 Hov Lighthouse?+
Hov 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 Hov Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hov 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.