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Kronløbsbassin Lighthouse

F Green🇩🇰Copenhagen, DKOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kronløbsbassin Lighthouse

Also known as: #Kronløbsbassin

This green, cylindrical cast iron tower stands 4.5 meters tall and has a focal height of 6 meters. It is located in Copenhagen's harbor at the northwest end of a mole. The lighthouse emits a continuous green light. Originally, the structure was a round cast iron tower painted green. The current light has replaced the original structure, but maintains a green signal. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This light is important for local navigation within Copenhagen harbor, marking the end of a mole in a busy port section.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Green
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Green
Raw Code
F G
Focal Height
6m
Geographic Range
8.9NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Replaced

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
4.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
green
Material
cast iron

Structure: round cast iron tower with lantern, painted green

Location

City
Copenhagen
Country
🇩🇰Denmark
Region
Capital Region of Denmark
Sea Region
København harbor, marking the end of a short mole in its northwest section.
Latitude
55.7068°
Longitude
12.6056°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kobenhavn(1.2 km)
Admiralty No.
C1994
NGA No.
4824
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kronløbsbassin Lighthouse at night?+
Kronløbsbassin displays the characteristic F Green. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Kronløbsbassin Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kronløbsbassin Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is København at 0.4 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Nordhavn (0.4 NM SSW), Tuborg (1 NM NW), SUNDBY (2.7 NM SSE), Dyssegard (2.9 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kronløbsbassin Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kronløbsbassin 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 Kronløbsbassin Lighthouse?+
Kronløbsbassin 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 Kronløbsbassin Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kronløbsbassin 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.