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Stralsund Lighthouse

Oc White/Red/Green 4s🇩🇪Stralsund, DEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Stralsund Lighthouse

Also known as: Stralsund (Oberfeuer)

The Stralsund Lighthouse, a square skeletal steel tower painted white, was built and first lit in 1938. Standing 21 meters tall, with its light visible at a focal height of 24 meters, it has a geographic range of 14.1 nautical miles. This structure guides vessels southbound to the Stralsund waterfront, situated between the old and new Rügen Bridges. Originally featuring a white light on an 4-second cycle, it was updated in 2014 with a three-color directional light. The front light was deactivated in 2015, with a replacement installed in 2019.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for directing southbound traffic to the Stralsund waterfront, providing precise guidance between the Rügen Bridges.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 4s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Oc WGR 4s
Focal Height
24m
Geographic Range
14.1NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1938

Significant events: Original rear range light replaced (2014), original front light deactivated (2015), front light replacement installed (2019)

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
21m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
steel

Structure: square skeletal tower, painted white

Location

City
Stralsund
Country
🇩🇪Germany
Region
Mecklenburg-Vorpommern
Sea Region
Guides vessels southbound to the Stralsund waterfront, located at the foot of the Ziegelstraße on the Stralsund waterfront, between the old and new Rügen Bridges.
Latitude
54.3066°
Longitude
13.1086°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Stralsund(0.4 km)
Admiralty No.
C2585.6.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Stralsund Lighthouse at night?+
Stralsund displays the characteristic Oc White/Red/Green 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 white/red/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Stralsund Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Stralsund Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Stralsund at 0.3 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Stahlbrode (7.5 NM SE), Suhrendorf (9.6 NM N), Karnin (10.8 NM W), Grimmen (11.6 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Stralsund Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Stralsund 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 Stralsund Lighthouse?+
Stralsund 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 Stralsund Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Stralsund 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.