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Rudbjerg Knude Lighthouse

🇩🇰Hjørring Municipality, DKOperational

Location & Light Range

About Rudbjerg Knude Lighthouse

Also known as: Rudbjerg (Rubjerg) Knude, Rubjerg

Built in 1900, Rudbjerg Knude lighthouse is a 23-meter-tall square masonry tower topped with a lantern and gallery. It is situated in the Hjørring Municipality within Denmark's North Denmark Region. For many years, this structure guided ships navigating the waters off the Danish coast near Hirtshals, which is 11 kilometers away. The lighthouse has since been decommissioned but remains a recognizable feature of the landscape.

Why it matters: Its construction in 1900 was significant for Danish maritime safety, contributing to the network of aids supporting regional shipping and trade.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
23m
Tower Shape
square
Material
masonry

Structure: square cylindical masonry tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Hjørring Municipality
Country
🇩🇰Denmark
Region
North Denmark Region
Latitude
57.4489°
Longitude
9.7744°

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Construction & History

Year Built
1900

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Hirtshals(11.0 km)
ARLHS No.
DEN-036
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Rudbjerg Knude Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Rudbjerg Knude Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hirtshals at 10.7 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Åbybro (18 NM S), STRANDBY (23.7 NM E), Aalborg (23.8 NM SSE), Aalborg Portland Cementfabrikk (24.5 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Rudbjerg Knude Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Rudbjerg Knude 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 Rudbjerg Knude Lighthouse?+
Rudbjerg Knude 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 Rudbjerg Knude Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Rudbjerg Knude 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.