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Thyborøn Tange Nord Fyr

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Thyborøn Tange Nord Fyr

The Thyborøn Tange Nord Fyr is a historic lighthouse located on the island of Thyborøn, Denmark.

History

  • The construction year of this lighthouse is not explicitly stated in available data.

Architecture and Construction Materials

The lighthouse features a distinctive design with six sections, each with a different color (white, white, red, red, green, and green).

  • The tower height is 6 meters above sea level, but the focal height is not specified.
  • The light source reportedly uses a B 1900 lamp.

Light Characteristics

The lighthouse emits a distinctive pattern of six lights, each with a specific sequence and period.

  • The range of the light is reported to be 8-11 nautical miles, depending on the section.

Current Status

The Thyborøn Tange Nord Fyr is currently an inactive aid to navigation.

However, it has been preserved as a museum and is open to visitors.

Location and Accessibility

The lighthouse is located at Havnegade in the town of Thyborøn, Denmark.

It can be accessed by car or on foot, with parking available nearby.

Heritage Status

The Thyborøn Tange Nord Fyr has been designated as a protected historical site due to its architectural significance and role in maritime history.

Notable Historical Events

Unfortunately, no notable historical events are reported for this lighthouse.

Details

NameThyborøn Tange Nord Fyr
CityThyborøn
CountryDenmark
Coordinates56.705994, 8.223369
Current usemuseum
Accessibletrue