Name and Location

The Agersø Lighthouse is located on Gamlevej 46, 4244 Skælskør, Denmark.

Construction and History

The Agersø Lighthouse was constructed in 1643 and has been guiding mariners since then. Its construction dates back to the early years of maritime navigation.

Architecture and Materials

The lighthouse's architecture style is not explicitly mentioned, but it is likely to be a traditional Danish-style tower with a characteristic square or octagonal base, tapering towards the top. The structure is approximately 11 meters (36 feet) tall.

Light and Navigation

The Agersø Lighthouse is equipped with four lights, each with distinct characteristics: White light - Oc(3)W.15s; Red light - Oc(3)R.9s; Green light - Oc(3)G.9s; and Green light - Oc(3)G.60s. These lights are intended to provide navigational guidance to mariners approaching the Skælskør area.

Accessibility and Visiting

The lighthouse's operational status is not explicitly mentioned, but it is likely that the lighthouse has been automated in modern times. The public can access the area surrounding the lighthouse, but information on guided tours or entrance fees is unavailable at this time.

Notable Views and Landscape

The view from the lighthouse likely offers a picturesque panorama of the Skælskør coastline and surrounding waters. However, this information is unavailable at present.

Anecdotes and Folklore

Unfortunately, there are no publicly available stories from former lighthouse keepers regarding their experiences at the Agersø Lighthouse.

Technical and Operational Details

The managing authority responsible for the Agersø Lighthouse is not explicitly mentioned. The lighthouse's automation status is also unclear.

Further Information

For further information on the Agersø Lighthouse or related topics, please consult the following sources: US NGA Pub. 116 (2011-04-13) and Seamark data.