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Århus Havn Mellumfyr Lighthouse

Fl Green 2s🇩🇰Aarhus, DKOperational

Location & Light Range

About Århus Havn Mellumfyr Lighthouse

Also known as: Århus Havn Mellumfyr (Range Middle)

The Århus Havn Mellumfyr is a skeletal steel mast standing 4.5 meters tall, situated atop a 13-story building on Pier 4 on the northwest side of Aarhus harbor. Its light is positioned 48 meters above the water, providing a geographic range of 18.4 nautical miles. The light emits a green flash every 2 seconds. While the site is open to the public, the structure itself is closed to visitors. The nearest port, Aarhus, is just 0.5 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This light is important for guiding vessels safely through the inner channels of Aarhus harbor, particularly around Pier 4. Its placement atop a 13-story building makes it a distinctive navigational aid within this significant Danish port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 2s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
2s
Raw Code
Fl G 2s
Focal Height
48m
Geographic Range
18.4NM

Location

City
Aarhus
Country
🇩🇰Denmark
Region
Central Denmark Region
Sea Region
Århus harbor, on Pier 4 on the northwest side.
Latitude
56.1654°
Longitude
10.2276°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Arhus(0.5 km)
Admiralty No.
C0803
NGA No.
2275.1

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
4.5m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Material
steel

Structure: skeletal mast atop a 13-story building

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Århus Havn Mellumfyr Lighthouse at night?+
Århus Havn Mellumfyr displays the characteristic Fl 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 Mellumfyr Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Århus Havn Mellumfyr Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Aarhus at 0.7 NM to the S. Other ports served include Studstrupværkets Havn (6.5 NM NE), KNEBELBRO JOLLE (8.5 NM ENE), Rude (9.9 NM S), Ebeltoft (14.7 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Århus Havn Mellumfyr Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Århus Havn Mellumfyr 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 Mellumfyr Lighthouse?+
Århus Havn Mellumfyr 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 Mellumfyr Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Århus Havn Mellumfyr 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.