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Nordre Røse Lighthouse

Oc (2) White, Red, Green 6s🇩🇰Tårnby Municipality, DKOperational

Location & Light Range

About Nordre Røse Lighthouse

The Nordre Røse lighthouse, built in 1877, is a 17-meter cylindrical stone and granite tower. It is situated in the Oresund, approximately 600 meters northeast of København airport. The lighthouse guides ships through the narrow passage between Sjælland and Saltholm. Originally constructed in 1877, the structure was rebuilt in 1893. Its light emits two white flashes every 6 seconds, with additional red and green sectors. The tower is painted red and topped with a lantern and gallery.

Why it matters: Nordre Røse is indispensable for safe navigation through the Oresund, specifically guiding ships through the challenging narrow passage between Sjælland and Saltholm.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc (2) White, Red, Green 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White, Red, Green
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc(2) 6s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1877

Significant events: rebuilt in 1893

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Dragor(2.6 km)
ARLHS No.
DEN-131

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
17m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
stone, granite

Structure: round tapered granite tower with lantern and gallery, mounted on an elliptical stone pier

Location

City
Tårnby Municipality
Country
🇩🇰Denmark
Region
Capital Region of Denmark
Sea Region
Located in the Oresund about 600 m northeast of the København airport, guiding ships through the narrow passage between the mainland of Sjælland and the island of Saltholm.
Latitude
55.6360°
Longitude
12.6868°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Nordre Røse Lighthouse at night?+
Nordre Røse displays the characteristic Oc (2) White, Red, Green 6s — 2 white, red, green flashes every 6 seconds. 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 Nordre Røse Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Nordre Røse Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kastrup at 1.1 NM to the W. Other ports served include SUNDBY (2.5 NM NW), Dragør (2.7 NM S), København (4.7 NM NW), Nordhavn (4.8 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Nordre Røse Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Nordre Røse 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 Nordre Røse Lighthouse?+
Nordre Røse 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 Nordre Røse Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Nordre Røse 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.