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Lyngvig Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇩🇰Ringkøbing-Skjern Municipality, DKOperational

Location & Light Range

About Lyngvig Lighthouse

Also known as: Lyngvig (Nørre Lynvig, Holmlands Klit)

Constructed from concrete, the cylindrical Lyngvig Lighthouse stands 38 meters tall and was first lit in 1906. Its white light emits a single flash every five seconds, visible for 19.1 nautical miles. The tower features a lantern and gallery at its summit. Located near Hvide Sande, it serves as an active navigational aid. The lighthouse is open to the public, allowing visitors to explore its interior and enjoy the surrounding coastal scenery.

Why it matters: This lighthouse serves as an active aid to navigation and is accessible to the public, connecting visitors with maritime history.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
53m
Geographic Range
19.1NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1906

Visiting

Open to public
Yes

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
38m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Ringkøbing-Skjern Municipality
Country
🇩🇰Denmark
Region
Central Denmark Region
Latitude
56.0503°
Longitude
8.1047°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Hvide Sande(2.9 km)
ARLHS No.
DEN-024
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Lyngvig Lighthouse at night?+
Lyngvig displays the characteristic Fl White 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 color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Lyngvig Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Lyngvig Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hvide Sande at 3 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Ringkobing (4.9 NM ENE), Stavning (10.6 NM ESE), BORK (13.3 NM SSE), Torsminde (19.2 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Lyngvig Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Lyngvig 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.
How can I track vessels near Lyngvig Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Lyngvig 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.