Get the MarineRadar appSatellite AISSatellite live trackingTrack any shipLive alerts112,000+ ships trackedDownload free

Søby Havn East Mole Lighthouse

Iso White/Red 2s🇩🇰Faaborg-Midtfyn Municipality, DKOperational

Location & Light Range

About Søby Havn East Mole Lighthouse

Established in 1875, this octagonal wooden tower stands 6 meters tall at the end of Søby Havn's east mole. It features an octagonal wood tower with a lantern and emits an isophase white or red light on a 2-second cycle. The tower's white exterior was updated in 2007 with a narrow red horizontal band. The lighthouse is 6 meters tall with a focal height of 6 meters and has a geographic range of 8.9 nautical miles. While the tower is closed to visitors, the site is open to the public.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for the safe navigation of ferries connecting Søby Havn with Fåborg and Mommark, guiding them precisely to the harbor entrance. Its distinctive sector light, changing color based on direction, provides critical real-time information to mariners about their position relative to the east mole.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso White/Red 2s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
White/Red
Interval
2s
Raw Code
Iso W R 2s
Focal Height
6m
Geographic Range
8.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1875

Significant events: red band was added in 2007

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white with a narrow red horizontal band
Material
wood

Structure: octagonal wood tower with lantern

Location

City
Faaborg-Midtfyn Municipality
Country
🇩🇰Denmark
Region
Region of Southern Denmark
Sea Region
Located at the end of the east mole at Søby Havn, which is the terminal for ferries from Fåborg and Mommark.
Latitude
55.0165°
Longitude
10.3328°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Avernak By(3.0 km)
Admiralty No.
C1074
NGA No.
2804
ARLHS No.
DEN-054
Live tracking · 50,000+ mariners

Find Søby Havn East Mole Lighthouse on the live nautical map

Plan voyages near Denmark, see nearby vessels in real time, and explore 14,900+ navigation aids in the app.

Nautical mapNearby vesselsVoyage planning
Get the App

Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Søby Havn East Mole Lighthouse at night?+
Søby Havn East Mole displays the characteristic Iso White/Red 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 white/red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Søby Havn East Mole Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Søby Havn East Mole Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Avernak By at 2.5 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Ballen (5.1 NM ENE), Søby Havn (5.1 NM SSW), Faaborg (5.7 NM NW), Ærøskøbing (8 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Søby Havn East Mole Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Søby Havn East Mole 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 Søby Havn East Mole Lighthouse?+
Søby Havn East Mole 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 Søby Havn East Mole Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Søby Havn East Mole 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.