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Kolding Lighthouse Lighthouse

Oc White/Red/Green 5s🇩🇰Kolding, DKOperational

Kolding Lighthouse, established in 1900, is a square wooden tower standing 4 meters tall, painted green with white trim. It is located at Drejensodde, on the north side of the Kolding Fjord entrance, guiding ships toward Kolding harbor. The light emits a white, red, or green signal on a 5-second cycle, providing directional guidance. The focal height of the light is also 4 meters, with a geographic range of 7.9 nautical miles. The lighthouse is situated about 6 km east of Kolding, marking the western side of the Lille Bælt.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides vessels approaching Kolding harbor through the west side of the Lille Bælt and into Kolding Fjord. Its unique color-changing light offers specific directional cues for safe navigation into the port.

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 5s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Oc WGR 5s
Focal Height
4m
Geographic Range
7.9NM
First Lit
1900
Nearest Port
Skaerbaekvaerket(1.5 km)
Admiralty No.
C0956
NGA No.
2572
ARLHS No.
DEN-099
Tower Height
4m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
green with white trim
Material
wood

Structure: square wood building, painted green with white trim

City
Kolding
Country
🇩🇰Denmark
Region
Region of Southern Denmark
Sea Region
Located on a point of land at Drejensodde, at the end of Drejensvej, about 6 km east of Kolding on the north side of the entrance to Kolding Fjord, guiding ships approaching Kolding harbor on the west side of the Lille Bælt.
Latitude
55.4974°
Longitude
9.5836°
Flag
Type
Name
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How do mariners identify Kolding Lighthouse Lighthouse at night?+
Kolding Lighthouse displays the characteristic Oc 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 Kolding Lighthouse Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kolding Lighthouse Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Skaerbaekvaerket at 1.5 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Kolding (3.2 NM W), Middelfart (3.5 NM ENE), Fredericia (6.6 NM ENE), Hejls (6.9 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kolding Lighthouse Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kolding Lighthouse 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 Kolding Lighthouse Lighthouse?+
Kolding Lighthouse 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 Kolding Lighthouse Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kolding Lighthouse 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.