The lighthouse tower is constructed from granite blocks quarried in Sweden.
The original rotating mechanism was replaced by a modern electric system, but the classic Fresnel lens remains in use.
Stevns Klint is one of the only places in the world where the boundary layer between the Cretaceous and Tertiary periods is visible to the naked eye.
The lighthouse is positioned at the highest point of the cliff, approximately 40 meters above sea level.
It replaced a much older, coal-fired light system that occupied the site since the early 19th century.
Stevns Lighthouse, established in 1878, is situated on the limestone cliffs of Stevns Klint overlooking the Øresund Strait. The 27-meter tall tower features a distinctive white granite structure and a rotating lens system that remains a functional navigational aid. It sits directly atop the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Stevns Klint, a geological site renowned for the Fish Clay layer providing evidence of the Cretaceous-Paleogene extinction event. The grounds include the original keeper's residence, which reflects late 19th-century Danish maritime architectural standards. The location offers panoramic views of the sea, often used by birdwatchers to observe migratory patterns across the strait. It serves as a key landmark on the Stevns Klint Trampesti trail system.
From the trail path looking north toward the lighthouse with the white cliff face in the foreground.
Bring binoculars to scan for migrating raptors if visiting during spring or autumn.
Walk the section of the Stevns Klint Trampesti connecting the lighthouse to the Old Højerup Church.
Check the weather before arrival, as wind speeds on the exposed cliff edge can be significantly higher than inland.
Attempting to descend the cliff face at non-designated points, as the limestone is brittle and prone to erosion.
The tower interior is occasionally closed for maintenance; the surrounding cliff paths are accessible year-round.
Stay on marked trails to avoid unstable cliff edges and respect the privacy of any residential areas on site.
