Name and Location

Strib Fyr, also known as Strib Lighthouse, is located in Tjærepletten 22, 5500 Middelfart, Denmark, within the Middelfart Municipality and Region of Southern Denmark.

Construction and History

The lighthouse was erected in the late 19th century to guide local and coastal traffic through the narrow fairway of the Little Belt. Although the exact date of construction is not documented, it is believed to have been built around 1881, coinciding with the expansion of the harbour pier.

Architecture and Materials

The lighthouse features a functional 19th-century harbour lighthouse design, constructed using a brick or masonry core with a white painted exterior. The tower shape is cylindrical, with a gallery and lantern. Its height is estimated to be around 6-8 meters above its base, while the focal plane is approximately 10-12 meters above mean sea level.

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse's light characteristic was likely fixed white when it was active, but this information is no longer available as the structure is no longer an official aid to navigation. Modern sector lights on the breakwater replaced its navigational function.

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors can access the exterior of the lighthouse at all times, while interior access requires special arrangement only. The closest parking is available in the nearby free parking zone off Tjærepletten. On-site facilities are limited to none, but occasional guided events and photo exhibitions take place.

Notable Views and Landscape

The Little Belt strait, with ferry and coaster traffic, provides a scenic backdrop for the lighthouse. The Middelfart Marina and waterfront promenade offer additional attractions, as well as the "Man Meets the Sea" white sculptures on Funen side visible across the strait.

Anecdotes and Folklore

No anecdotal or folkloric information is currently available about Strib Fyr.

Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse was never fully staffed, with keepers based in the nearby town. It has been decommissioned and is now preserved as a maritime landmark.

Further Information

For more information on visiting events or to learn more about the surrounding area, please visit https://www.visitlillebaelt.dk/lillebaelt/events/strib-fyr-gdk721597.