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Århus Vestmole Lighthouse

Fl Green 5s🇩🇰Aarhus, DKOperational

Location & Light Range

About Århus Vestmole Lighthouse

A cylindrical cast iron tower, standing 6 meters tall, was constructed in 1935 at the end of the west mole enclosing Århus's traditional inner harbor. The structure is painted white with a broad green horizontal band and features a lantern and gallery. Its focal height is 8 meters above the water, and it emits a green light that flashes once every 5 seconds. This operational lighthouse is situated near the port of Århus, with the site open to visitors though the tower is closed. It has served continuously since its first lighting in 1935.

Why it matters: The Århus Vestmole lighthouse is indispensable for vessels entering and exiting the traditional inner harbor of Århus, clearly marking the end of the west mole. Its distinct green flash provides critical guidance, preventing collisions with the harbor infrastructure and ensuring safe navigation through this busy commercial waterway.

Light & Optic

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

Construction & History

Year Built
1935

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a broad green horizontal band
Material
cast iron

Structure: round cylindrical cast iron tower with lantern and gallery, painted white with a broad green horizontal band

Location

City
Aarhus
Country
🇩🇰Denmark
Region
Central Denmark Region
Sea Region
Located at the end of the west mole enclosing the traditional inner harbor of Århus.
Latitude
56.1618°
Longitude
10.2291°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Arhus(0.3 km)
Admiralty No.
C0793
NGA No.
2282
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Århus Vestmole Lighthouse at night?+
Århus Vestmole displays the characteristic Fl Green 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Århus Vestmole Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Århus Vestmole Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Aarhus at 0.5 NM to the S. Other ports served include Studstrupværkets Havn (6.6 NM NE), KNEBELBRO JOLLE (8.5 NM ENE), Rude (9.7 NM S), Ebeltoft (14.7 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Århus Vestmole Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Århus Vestmole 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 Vestmole Lighthouse?+
Århus Vestmole 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 Vestmole Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Århus Vestmole 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.