Fornæs Lighthouse

Fornæs Lighthouse is a granite structure on the eastern tip of Djursland peninsula and now serves as vacation accommodation. The building includes a tower with 84 steps to the observation deck and an adjacent residence that offers overnight stays for visitors.

The structure was built in 1839 according to designs by architect Georg Holgreen and later equipped with new lighting technology. Early in the 20th century it was modernized with an acetylene lamp and electrical systems.

The lighthouse represents Denmark's maritime heritage and shows how essential such structures were for guiding ships through the Kattegat waters. Today visitors can experience the building and understand the role it played in the region's seafaring history.

The lighthouse sits in a windswept coastal location and offers visitors unobstructed views across the sea. When planning a visit, guests should be prepared for changeable weather and the proximity to the water.

The building rests on a deep foundation constructed specifically on lime-rich ground to withstand harsh coastal conditions. This underground construction makes the lighthouse an example of sturdy maritime building methods.