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Svitringen Rende Syd Lighthouse

Fl White 3s🇩🇰DKOperational

Location & Light Range

About Svitringen Rende Syd Lighthouse

Built in 1983, the Svitringen Rende Syd lighthouse stands 13 meters tall. Its octagonal concrete pier supports an octagonal equipment shelter topped by a 13-meter post with a lantern and gallery. The tower is painted white and red. This structure marks a pilot station in Ålborg Bay, approximately 25 kilometers east-southeast of Hals. Ships arriving in the bay will find this station. The light emits a single white flash every three seconds. The site is open for visitors to view, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for commercial shipping entering Ålborg Bay, marking the pilot station where vessels arrange for local guidance. Its distinctive structure serves as a recognizable landmark for mariners.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl W 3s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1983

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white and red
Material
concrete

Structure: A 13m post with lantern and gallery, mounted on an octagonal equipment shelter and an octagonal concrete pier.

Location

Country
🇩🇰Denmark
Sea Region
Ålborg Bugt (Ålborg Bay), about 25 km east southeast of Hals, marking a pilot station for arriving ships
Latitude
56.8503°
Longitude
10.6030°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Egense(12.5 km)
Admiralty No.
C0066.8
NGA No.
1724
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Svitringen Rende Syd Lighthouse at night?+
Svitringen Rende Syd displays the characteristic Fl White 3s. 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 Svitringen Rende Syd Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Svitringen Rende Syd Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Egense at 12.6 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Hals (12.8 NM NW), Baelum (16.6 NM W), Hadsund (18.3 NM WSW), Asaa (19 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Svitringen Rende Syd Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Svitringen Rende Syd 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 Svitringen Rende Syd Lighthouse?+
Svitringen Rende Syd 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 Svitringen Rende Syd Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Svitringen Rende Syd 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.