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Tranekær Lighthouse

🇩🇰Langeland Municipality, DKOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tranekær Lighthouse

Built in 1858, Tranekær Lighthouse is a square masonry tower standing 13 meters tall. It is attached to a 2-1/2 story keeper's house. The tower is painted white with dark gray trim, and its lantern dome is red. This structure is located on the east coast of Langeland, at the end of Bukkeskovvej, approximately 4 kilometers east of Tranekær village. Its operational life concluded in 1977, after which it was sold and converted into a private residence. The nearest port is Spodsbjerg Havn, 3.7 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The lighthouse's square masonry tower represents a significant architectural style for Danish coastal markers of its era. Its placement on Langeland's east coast was important for guiding shipping in the Great Belt.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white with dark gray trim, lantern dome red
Material
masonry

Structure: square masonry tower with lantern and gallery, attached to a 2-1/2 story masonry keeper's house

Location

City
Langeland Municipality
Country
🇩🇰Denmark
Region
Region of Southern Denmark
Sea Region
East coast of Langeland, at the end of the Bukkeskovvej, about 4 km east of Tranekær village
Latitude
54.9877°
Longitude
10.8872°

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Type
Name
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Construction & History

Year Built
1858

Significant events: Inactive since 1977, Sold as private residence

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Spodsbjerg Havn(3.7 km)
ARLHS No.
DEN-164
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Tranekær Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tranekær Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Spodsbjerg Havn at 3.8 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Rudkøbing (6.9 NM WSW), Tårs (8.3 NM SE), Troense (8.6 NM WNW), Lohals (8.7 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tranekær Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tranekær 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 Tranekær Lighthouse?+
Tranekær 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 Tranekær Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tranekær 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.