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Sisserodde Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Sisserodde Lighthouse

Also known as: Sisserodde (Forfyr)

Built in 1921, the Sisserodde Lighthouse is a square concrete and wood tower standing 5 meters tall, with its light positioned 8 meters above sea level. It features a white tower with a single red horizontal band. The lighthouse is situated about 3 kilometers southeast of Bjerne, along the Bjerne Langgyde. This structure guides ships into the harbor of Fåborg, navigating the narrow passage between the mainland of Fyn and the island of Bjørnø. In 1996, its illumination was updated to an occulting white, red, and green light with a 2-second cycle, indicating different navigational sectors. The site is open to visitors, though the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is important for guiding ships through the narrow passage into Fåborg harbor, between Fyn and Bjørnø.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 2s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
2s
Raw Code
Oc WGR 2s
Focal Height
8m
Geographic Range
9.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1921

Significant events: converted to a directional (sector) light in 1996

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
5m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white with one red horizontal band
Material
concrete, wood

Structure: square wood tower on a concrete base

Location

City
Faaborg-Midtfyn Municipality
Country
🇩🇰Denmark
Region
Region of Southern Denmark
Sea Region
guides ships into the harbor of Fåborg through a narrow passage between the mainland of Fyn and the island of Bjørnø. Located on the Bjerne Langgyde about 3 km (2 mi) southeast of Bjerne.
Latitude
55.0763°
Longitude
10.2277°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Faaborg(1.0 km)
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sisserodde Lighthouse at night?+
Sisserodde displays the characteristic Oc White/Red/Green 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/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Sisserodde Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sisserodde Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Faaborg at 1.1 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Avernak By (2.9 NM SSE), Bøjden (5.3 NM WNW), Søby Havn (8.1 NM S), Ballen (8.7 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sisserodde Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sisserodde 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 Sisserodde Lighthouse?+
Sisserodde 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 Sisserodde Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sisserodde 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.