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Thyborøn Tange Lighthouse

Oc (2) White/Red/Green 12s🇩🇰Lemvig Municipality, DKOperational

Location & Light Range

About Thyborøn Tange Lighthouse

Built in 1911, this 6-meter round lighthouse is constructed of cast iron and wood. It features a white lantern and gallery with a red horizontal band, supported by brown wooden piles. The structure stands on the Havregade breakwater, on the south side of the inlet leading to the Limfjord. Its light exhibits two white, red, or green occulting flashes every 12 seconds, depending on the direction. The rear range light associated with this position was deactivated and relocated in 1988. The site is accessible to the public, though the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for safe passage into Thyborøn harbor and the Limfjord, a critical waterway for local shipping and fishing fleets.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc (2) White/Red/Green 12s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Oc(2) WRG 12s
Focal Height
6m
Geographic Range
8.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1911

Significant events: Rear range light deactivated and relocated in 1988

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
Lantern and gallery painted white with a red horizontal band, piles brown
Material
cast iron, wood

Structure: A 6m round cast iron lantern with a square wood gallery, mounted on four wood piles. The lantern and gallery are painted white with a red horizontal band, and the piles are brown.

Location

City
Lemvig Municipality
Country
🇩🇰Denmark
Region
Central Denmark Region
Sea Region
Harbor of Thyborøn, on the south side of the inlet leading to the Limfjord, located on the Havregade (breakwater)
Latitude
56.7060°
Longitude
8.2234°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Thyboron(1.0 km)
Admiralty No.
B1900
ARLHS No.
DEN-189
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Thyborøn Tange Lighthouse at night?+
Thyborøn Tange displays the characteristic Oc (2) White/Red/Green 12s — 2 white/red/green flashes every 12 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/red/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Thyborøn Tange Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Thyborøn Tange Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Orø at 0.4 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include THYBORON (0.4 NM S), Lemvig (9.2 NM SSE), THISSINGHUSE HAVN (13.4 NM E), Kleppen (15.8 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Thyborøn Tange Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Thyborøn Tange 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.
How can I track vessels near Thyborøn Tange Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Thyborøn Tange 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.