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Århus Østhavn Østre Bølgebryder Lighthouse

Fl Red 5s🇩🇰Aarhus, DKOperational

Location & Light Range

About Århus Østhavn Østre Bølgebryder Lighthouse

This cylindrical fiberglass tower, standing 5 meters tall, is painted white with a single red horizontal band. Located on a short breakwater within the inner east harbor of Aarhus, Denmark, its light has a focal height of 8 meters. The light emits a red flash every 5 seconds, visible for 9.7 nautical miles. The structure serves as a navigational aid at the eastern edge of the harbor entrance. It is situated 0.6 kilometers from the nearest port.

Why it matters: This light is essential for vessels navigating the inner east harbor of Aarhus, marking the East Breakwater and ensuring safe passage for commercial and recreational traffic.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl R 5s
Focal Height
8m
Geographic Range
9.7NM

Location

City
Aarhus
Country
🇩🇰Denmark
Region
Central Denmark Region
Sea Region
Located on a short breakwater in the inner east harbor of Århus, Denmark.
Latitude
56.1511°
Longitude
10.2295°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a red horizontal band
Material
fiberglass

Structure: round metal tower painted white with a red horizontal band

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Arhus(0.6 km)
Admiralty No.
C0795
NGA No.
2289
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Århus Østhavn Østre Bølgebryder Lighthouse at night?+
Århus Østhavn Østre Bølgebryder displays the characteristic Fl Red 5s. 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Århus Østhavn Østre Bølgebryder Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Århus Østhavn Østre Bølgebryder Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Aarhus at 0.2 NM to the N. Other ports served include Studstrupværkets Havn (7.1 NM NNE), KNEBELBRO JOLLE (8.7 NM ENE), Rude (9.1 NM S), Tunø (14.3 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Århus Østhavn Østre Bølgebryder Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Århus Østhavn Østre Bølgebryder 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 Østhavn Østre Bølgebryder Lighthouse?+
Århus Østhavn Østre Bølgebryder 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 Østhavn Østre Bølgebryder Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Århus Østhavn Østre Bølgebryder 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.