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Morups Tånge Lighthouse

Oc White/Red/Green 8s🇸🇪Falkenbergs kommun, SEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Morups Tånge Lighthouse

This cylindrical stone tower, standing 28 meters tall, was built and first lit in 1843. Its white exterior is distinguished by two narrow black horizontal bands. The lighthouse is situated on a low peninsula that extends into the Kattegat, about 8 kilometers west of Falkenberg. Its light emits an occulting white, red, and green signal with a cycle of 8 seconds. The structure features a lantern and gallery, and its focal height reaches 29 meters. In 1975, the lighthouse underwent restoration, and a preservation group was established in 2012 to aid in its upkeep.

Why it matters: The original 2nd order Fresnel lens, operational since 1843, is among the oldest continuously active lenses globally and the oldest in Sweden. This light guides vessels around the Morups Tånge peninsula into the Kattegat.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 8s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Oc WGR 8s
Focal Height
29m
Geographic Range
15.1NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1843

Significant events: restored in 1975, preservation group Morups Tånge Fyrsällskap organized in 2012

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Glommen(0.5 km)
Admiralty No.
C0716
ARLHS No.
SWE-048

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
28m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with two narrow black horizontal bands
Material
stone

Structure: round stone tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Falkenbergs kommun
Country
🇸🇪Sweden
Region
Halland County
Sea Region
A low peninsula projecting into the Kattegat about 8 km west of Falkenberg. The area is a nature reserve known as one of the best birding locations in southern Sweden.
Latitude
56.9230°
Longitude
12.3595°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Morups Tånge Lighthouse at night?+
Morups Tånge displays the characteristic Oc White/Red/Green 8s. 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 Morups Tånge Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Morups Tånge Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Glommen at 0.7 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Falkenberg (5.2 NM ESE), Träslövsläge (8.2 NM NNW), Varberg (11.8 NM NNW), BUA (20.2 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Morups Tånge Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Morups Tånge 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 Morups Tånge Lighthouse?+
Morups Tånge 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 Morups Tånge Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Morups Tånge 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.