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Alkskjær Lighthouse

Fl White/Red/Green 5s🇳🇴Røst, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Alkskjær Lighthouse

This 12-meter metal structure on a skerry southwest of Ytre Alkskjær light is painted white with a red roof. It features a lantern on a platform supported by piles. The light emits white, red, or green flashes every five seconds, with the color indicating directional guidance. The site is open to visitors arriving by boat, but the tower itself is closed. The lighthouse provides a geographic range of 11 nautical miles.

Why it matters: The lighthouse's multi-colored light offers precise sector guidance, helping vessels navigate safely around the skerry and within designated channels.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White/Red/Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W/R/G 5s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Location

City
Røst
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Nordland
Sea Region
A skerry a short distance southwest of the Ytre Alkskjær light.
Latitude
67.5132°
Longitude
11.9809°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Rost(2.0 km)
Admiralty No.
L3031
NGA No.
11888

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white with a red roof
Material
metal

Structure: A 12m structure consisting of a lantern on a platform supported by piles, painted white with a red roof.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Alkskjær Lighthouse at night?+
Alkskjær displays the characteristic Fl White/Red/Green 5s. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area. The white/red/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Alkskjær Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Alkskjær Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Røst at 2.2 NM to the E. Other ports served include Værøy (18.7 NM ENE), Å i Lofoten (31.9 NM NE), Moskenes (33.4 NM NE), REINE (36 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Alkskjær Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Alkskjær Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
How can I track vessels near Alkskjær Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Alkskjær Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.