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Vejrø Lighthouse

Oc White/Red/Green 5s🇩🇰Lolland Municipality, DKOperational

Location & Light Range

About Vejrø Lighthouse

A cylindrical masonry tower, standing 16 meters tall, was built on the northeast point of Vejrø island in 1846. The lighthouse rises from the angle of an attached L-shaped keeper's house. Its focal plane reaches 19 meters above sea level. The structure exhibits a white exterior and emits a single white, red, or green flash every 5 seconds, with its geographic range extending to 12.9 nautical miles. The site is open to visitors, though the tower itself remains closed to the public. The nearest port is Fejo, located 6.2 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for navigating the Smålands Farvandet, a shallow sound between Lolland and Sjælland, warning vessels of the island's northeast point and guiding them through complex waterways. Its integration with the keeper's house creates a distinctive architectural form.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 5s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Oc(1) WRG 5s
Focal Height
19m
Geographic Range
12.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1846

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
16m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
masonry

Structure: hexagonal cylindrical masonry tower rising from the angle of an L-shaped 1-1/2 story keeper's house

Location

City
Lolland Municipality
Country
🇩🇰Denmark
Region
Region Zealand
Sea Region
Vejrø is an island in the Smålands Farvandet, the shallow sound between Lolland and Sjælland. It is a privately owned resort, and the lighthouse is located at the northeast point of the island.
Latitude
55.0385°
Longitude
11.3692°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Fejo(6.2 km)
ARLHS No.
DEN-045
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Vejrø Lighthouse at night?+
Vejrø displays the characteristic Oc White/Red/Green 5s — 1 white/red/green flash every 5 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 Vejrø Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Vejrø Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Fejø at 6.1 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Femø (6.4 NM SE), Torrig (8.4 NM S), Askø (10.2 NM SSE), Gulfhavn (10.3 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Vejrø Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Vejrø 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 Vejrø Lighthouse?+
Vejrø 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 Vejrø Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Vejrø 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.