Name and Location

The Sædding Strand Mellemfyr, also known as the Middle Light of Sædding Beach, is a small navigational light located in Fyrparken, Esbjerg Municipality, Denmark. The address is Fyrparken 9, 6710 Esbjerg Kommune.

Construction and History

The Sædding Strand Mellemfyr was constructed during the early-to-mid 20th century. Its official name is Sædding Strand Mellemfyr, and it has a Wikidata entry (Q17195811) and a Danish Wikipedia page.

Architecture and Materials

The lighthouse is a brick-built harbour/marina light tower with a height of 14 meters above its base. It is likely constructed from red brick with a painted metal lantern housing, characteristic of small Danish harbour lights. The architectural style is described as functional and modest, typical of interwar-era designs.

Light and Navigation

The focal height and light characteristic of the Sædding Strand Mellemfyr are not documented. Its nominal range is also unknown. It is presumed to be automated, with no keeper's quarters on site. There is no publicly available record of radar or AIS installation.

Accessibility and Visiting

The lighthouse is located in an open park and can be viewed freely from surrounding walkways. Interior access is not known to be permitted. Visitors can access the area on foot or by bicycle via the coastal promenade, with the nearest bus stop (Esbjerg V Syd) within 1 km. Facilities include picnic tables and benches in Fyrparken.

Notable Views and Landscape

The surrounding landscape features a low-lying sandy beach, dune grasses, and boardwalks. The area offers open views across the North Sea towards offshore wind turbines. Nearby attractions include Sædding Strand (recreational beach), Esbjerg Fisheries and Maritime Museum, and Esbjerg Water Tower.

Anecdotes and Folklore

While there is no widely recorded folklore surrounding the middle light itself, local photographers often include it in sunrise and sunset shoots along the beach.

Technical and Operational Details

The Sædding Strand Mellemfyr is believed to function as a minor navigational aid, guiding local fishing and pleasure craft. Its managing authority is likely the Danish Coastal Authority (Kystdirektoratet) or Esbjerg Port Authority. The lighthouse has no listing on the Danish registry of protected buildings.

Further Information

For more information, refer to the Wikidata entry (Q17195811), Danish Wikipedia page, and official list of lights from the Danish Coastal Authority (Kystdirektoratet).