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Andholmen Lighthouse

Iso White/Red/Green 6s🇳🇴Steigen, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Andholmen Lighthouse

A 6-meter tall square tower with a lantern and gallery, painted white with a red lantern roof, Andholmen Lighthouse is situated on an island roughly 8 kilometers west of the Leinesfjord entrance in Nordland, Norway. Its light, visible for 12.5 nautical miles, emits an isophase white, red, and green signal on a 6-second cycle. The focal height of the light is 17.5 meters above sea level. This automated lighthouse remains operational, guiding vessels through the complex coastal waters. While the island site is accessible, the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: Andholmen Lighthouse is essential for guiding vessels into the Leinesfjord, using its sector light to define safe channels within the intricate Norwegian archipelago.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Iso WRG 6s
Focal Height
17.5m
Geographic Range
12.5NM

Location

City
Steigen
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Nordland
Sea Region
an island about 8 km west of the entrance to the Leinesfjord
Latitude
67.7539°
Longitude
14.5965°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Misten(18.4 km)
Admiralty No.
L2622
NGA No.
10912

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white with a red lantern roof

Structure: square tower with lantern and gallery

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Andholmen Lighthouse at night?+
Andholmen displays the characteristic Iso White/Red/Green 6s. 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 Andholmen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Andholmen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Leines at 4.1 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Kjerringøy (14.8 NM SSE), Bogøy (15.9 NM ENE), Misten (18.4 NM S), Festvåg (19.3 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Andholmen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Andholmen 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 Andholmen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Andholmen 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.