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Sletterhage Lighthouse

Fl white 5s🇩🇰Syddjurs Municipality, DKOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sletterhage Lighthouse

Built in 1894, the Sletterhage Lighthouse is a cylindrical concrete tower standing 16 meters tall, with its light situated 17 meters above sea level. The tower is painted white and red, featuring a lantern and gallery. It is attached to a single-story keeper's house. The lighthouse emits a white flash, characteristic of its design. Located within the Syddjurs Municipality, it is approximately 7.9 kilometers from the nearest port of Ebeltoft. The site is open for public visits.

Why it matters: This lighthouse has been an active navigational aid in Danish waters since its construction, guiding vessels along the coast.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl white 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
white
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl.W
Focal Height
17m
Geographic Range
12.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1894

Visiting

Open to public
Yes

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
16m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white and red
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical tower with lantern and gallery, attached to a 1-story keeper's house

Location

City
Syddjurs Municipality
Country
🇩🇰Denmark
Region
Central Denmark Region
Latitude
56.0952°
Longitude
10.5129°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Ebeltoft(7.9 km)
Admiralty No.
C0786
NGA No.
2252
ARLHS No.
DEN-043
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sletterhage Lighthouse at night?+
Sletterhage displays the characteristic Fl white 5s. 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 Sletterhage Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sletterhage Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ebeltoft at 6.4 NM to the NE. Other ports served include KNEBELBRO JOLLE (6.6 NM NNW), Tunø (9 NM SSW), Aarhus (10.1 NM WNW), Studstrupværkets Havn (10.8 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sletterhage Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sletterhage 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 Sletterhage Lighthouse?+
Sletterhage 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 Sletterhage Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sletterhage 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.