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Vodstrup Lighthouse

Dir Red/Green 4s🇩🇰Morsø Municipality, DKOperational

Location & Light Range

About Vodstrup Lighthouse

Vodstrup Lighthouse, built of wood in 1911, stands 4 meters tall on the eastern side of the island of Mors. The tower is painted white with a single red horizontal band and features a square window through which its light is shown. Its focal height is 16 meters, emitting a directional light that appears red or green and cycles every 4 seconds. The lighthouse's geographic range extends to 12.2 nautical miles. While the site is open to the public, the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides westbound ships toward Sallingsund, a key passage in the North Denmark Region. Its directional, color-changing light offers precise guidance for vessels navigating the area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Dir Red/Green 4s
Flash Type
Dir
Light Color
Red/Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Dir Oc R/G 4s
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
12.2NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1911

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
4m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white with one red horizontal band
Material
wood

Structure: wood building; the light is shown through a square window

Location

City
Morsø Municipality
Country
🇩🇰Denmark
Region
North Denmark Region
Sea Region
guides westbound ships toward Sallingsund, located at the end of the Fyrvej in Morsø, on the eastern side of the island of Mors
Latitude
56.8069°
Longitude
8.8721°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Nykobing Mors(1.0 km)
Admiralty No.
B2006.
ARLHS No.
DEN-066
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Vodstrup Lighthouse at night?+
Vodstrup displays the characteristic Dir 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 red/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Vodstrup Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Vodstrup Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Nykøbing Mors at 0.8 NM to the S. Other ports served include Glyngøre (2.4 NM S), Sundby/Mors (9 NM WNW), Feggesund (9.7 NM N), THISSINGHUSE HAVN (9.7 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Vodstrup Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Vodstrup 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 Vodstrup Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Vodstrup 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.