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Orehoved Bagfyr Lighthouse

Oc White/Red/Green 4s🇩🇰Guldborgsund Municipality, DKOperational

Location & Light Range

About Orehoved Bagfyr Lighthouse

This Danish lighthouse, built in 1895, is a white, semielliptical cylindrical tower standing 11 meters tall. It was raised by an additional story in 1933, improving its visibility. The light emits an occulting white, green, or red signal that changes every 4 seconds, serving as a directional aid. The station was first established in 1879, initially with a mast light before the current structure was erected. Visitors can access the site, though the tower itself remains closed to the public.

Why it matters: The lighthouse provides specific guidance for vessels approaching the Orehoved quay and navigating near the Storstrøm Bridge, utilizing a directional light that changes color to indicate safe passage.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 4s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Oc WGR 4s
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1895

Significant events: station established 1879, replaced a light on a mast, raised in height by an additional story in 1933

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white

Structure: semielliptical cylindrical tower with lantern and gallery, painted white

Location

City
Guldborgsund Municipality
Country
🇩🇰Denmark
Region
Region Zealand
Sea Region
at the northwest corner of the quay in Orehoved, in northwest Falster a short distance west of the Storstrøm Bridge from Vordingborg
Latitude
54.9601°
Longitude
11.8517°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Orehoved, Falster(0.1 km)
Admiralty No.
C1800.1
NGA No.
4304
ARLHS No.
DEN-135
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Orehoved Bagfyr Lighthouse at night?+
Orehoved Bagfyr displays the characteristic Oc White/Red/Green 4s. 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 Orehoved Bagfyr Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Orehoved Bagfyr Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Masnedovaerkets Havn/Vordingborg at 1.2 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Vordingborg Sydhavnen (1.8 NM NE), Masnedsund (2.5 NM NNE), Vordingborg (2.6 NM NNE), Masnedsund Godningshamn (3.3 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Orehoved Bagfyr Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Orehoved Bagfyr 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 Orehoved Bagfyr Lighthouse?+
Orehoved Bagfyr 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 Orehoved Bagfyr Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Orehoved Bagfyr 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.