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Århus Havn Bagfyr Lighthouse

Iso Green 2s🇩🇰Aarhus, DKOperational

Location & Light Range

About Århus Havn Bagfyr Lighthouse

Also known as: Århus Havn Bagfyr (Range Rear)

The Aarhus Havn Bagfyr in Denmark is situated on the steeple of Sankt Johannes Kirke, above the clock. Its green light, showing an isophase characteristic (Iso G 2s), is 73 meters above sea level and has a geographic range of 21.8 nautical miles. This rear range light is positioned 1.1 kilometers northwest of its front light on Peter Sabroes Gade. The church grounds are accessible, but the steeple cannot be entered.

Why it matters: This rear range light functions as a navigation aid for vessels approaching Aarhus Harbor, working in conjunction with its front light to define the channel. Its unique location on a church steeple demonstrates urban maritime infrastructure.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso Green 2s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
Green
Interval
2s
Raw Code
Iso G 2s
Focal Height
73m
Geographic Range
21.8NM

Location

City
Aarhus
Country
🇩🇰Denmark
Region
Central Denmark Region
Sea Region
Located on Peter Sabroes Gade, 1130 m northwest of the middle light, serving Aarhus Harbor.
Latitude
56.1691°
Longitude
10.2103°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Arhus(1.1 km)
Admiralty No.
C0804
NGA No.
2275.2

Tower & Structure

Structure: A light is mounted on the steeple of Sankt Johannes Kirke, positioned above the clock.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Århus Havn Bagfyr Lighthouse at night?+
Århus Havn Bagfyr displays the characteristic Iso Green 2s. 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 Århus Havn Bagfyr Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Århus Havn Bagfyr Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Aarhus at 1.1 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Studstrupværkets Havn (6.7 NM NE), KNEBELBRO JOLLE (9 NM ENE), Rude (10.2 NM S), Ebeltoft (15.3 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Århus Havn Bagfyr Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Århus Havn 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 Århus Havn Bagfyr Lighthouse?+
Århus Havn 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 Århus Havn Bagfyr Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Århus Havn 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.