Hammerodde Lighthouse (Hammerodde Fyr)
Hammerodde Lighthouse (Hammerodde Fyr) stands at the northern tip of Bornholm, in the rugged and rocky landscape of the Hammerknuden peninsula. Built at the end of the 19th century, it complemented the higher-placed Hammeren Lighthouse, whose light was often obscured by fog. Today, it is one of the scenic walking spots in the north of the island, popular among visitors.
The Guardian of the North – Hammerodde Lighthouse
Hammerodde Lighthouse stands at the northernmost point of Bornholm. It is the island’s oldest still-operating lighthouse, guiding ships since the mid-19th century.
Information
Name: Hammerodde Fyr (sometimes written as Hammer Odde Fyr).
Location: The northernmost point of the Hammeren Peninsula ("Hammerknuden"), near the villages of Sandvig and Allinge.
Year of construction: 1895. The lighthouse was built as an auxiliary light for the older Hammeren Lighthouse, whose high elevation often caused its beam to be obscured by low clouds or fog.
Structure and Appearance
Tower: Square structure with a simple profile, painted white with a red lantern roof.
Tower height: 12 meters.
Focal height above sea level: approximately 21 meters.
Light characteristic: two white flashes every 10 seconds.
Visible range: about 17–18 nautical miles.
Significance and Facts
Function: Hammerodde serves as an auxiliary light for Hammeren Lighthouse, whose beam was often hidden by fog or low clouds. Thanks to this addition, navigation along Bornholm’s northern coast became much safer.
Accessibility: The Hammerodde Lighthouse is not open to visitors inside, but it can be viewed from the outside.
Surroundings: Located in the picturesque landscape of northern Bornholm, within the Hammerknuden area, it is surrounded by hiking trails offering views of cliffs, the sea, and rock formations. Parking is available nearby (Hammerknuden parking), followed by an 800-meter walk along a scenic path.
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