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Sellin Lighthouse

Fl Yellow 4s🇩🇪Küstengewässer einschließlich Anteil am Festlandsockel, DEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sellin Lighthouse

This lighthouse, built in 2008, is a white, cylindrical cast iron tower standing 6 meters tall. It is situated at the end of the pier in Sellin, a resort town on Germany's Baltic coast. The structure incorporates a round diving bell, locally known as a Tauchgondel, which can be lowered into the sea. The light emits a yellow flash every 4 seconds, visible for 9.7 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is notable for its integration with a tourist diving bell, serving as both a navigational marker for vessels approaching the pier and a unique attraction for visitors.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Yellow 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Yellow
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl Y 4s
Focal Height
8m
Geographic Range
9.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2008

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
Material
cast iron

Structure: round cylindrical cast iron tower with lantern and half-gallery, painted white

Location

City
Küstengewässer einschließlich Anteil am Festlandsockel
Country
🇩🇪Germany
Region
Mecklenburg-Vorpommern
Sea Region
Located at the end of the pier at Sellin, a resort town on the southeastern peninsula of Rügen, on Germany's Baltic coast.
Latitude
54.3853°
Longitude
13.7016°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Binz(3.0 km)
Admiralty No.
C2618
NGA No.
5942
ARLHS No.
FED-193
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sellin Lighthouse at night?+
Sellin displays the characteristic Fl Yellow 4s. 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 yellow color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Sellin Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sellin Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ostseebad Goehren at 3.3 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Binz (3.7 NM WNW), Gager (5.2 NM S), Mukran (7 NM NW), Sassnitz (7.8 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sellin Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sellin 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 Sellin Lighthouse?+
Sellin 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 Sellin Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sellin 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.