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Skagen Lighthouses Lighthouse

Fl (3) White 10s🇩🇰Frederikshavn Municipality, DKOperational

Location & Light Range

About Skagen Lighthouses Lighthouse

Constructed in 1956, this white concrete cylindrical tower stands 25 meters tall and houses a lantern and gallery. Its light, situated 31 meters above sea level, emits one white flash every 10 seconds and is visible for 15.5 nautical miles. The lighthouse is located on Skagen Odde, a sandy spit at the northernmost point of Jylland, separating the Skagerrak and Kattegat seas. It was built to replace the former Højen lighthouse, which was demolished in 1976 due to beach erosion. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse assists vessels navigating the waters off the northern tip of Jylland, specifically warning them of their proximity to the shore.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
31m
Geographic Range
15.5NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1956

Significant events: Built to replace the former Højen lighthouse (1892), which was demolished in 1976 due to beach erosion

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
25m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Frederikshavn Municipality
Country
🇩🇰Denmark
Region
North Denmark Region
Sea Region
Skagen Odde, a broad, sandy spit at the northern tip of Jylland, separating the Skagerrak on the west from the Kattegat on the east. Located at the northernmost point of Jylland, about 2.8 km northwest of the main Skagen lighthouse.
Latitude
57.7355°
Longitude
10.6302°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Skagen(1.6 km)
Admiralty No.
C0001
NGA No.
1520
ARLHS No.
DEN-041
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Skagen Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Skagen Lighthouses displays the characteristic Fl (3) White 10s — 3 white flashes every 10 seconds. 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 color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Skagen Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Skagen Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Skagen at 1.6 NM to the SW. Other ports served include STRANDBY (15.1 NM SSW), Frederikshavn (18.2 NM S), Hirtshals (22.9 NM WSW), Sæby (24.3 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Skagen Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Skagen Lighthouses 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 Skagen Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
Skagen Lighthouses 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 Skagen Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Skagen Lighthouses 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.