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Angersholmen Lighthouse

Oc White/Red/Green 6s🇳🇴Meløy, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Angersholmen Lighthouse

This 6m square stone tower, painted white with a red roof, supports an octagonal lantern. Located on a skerry at the Meløy Fjord entrance near Meløy, Norway, its light stands 7m above sea level. The lighthouse has a visibility of 9.3 nautical miles and emits white, red, and green flashes in a 6-second cycle, marking different zones. Reaching the structure requires boat access due to its isolated position.

Why it matters: Angersholmen lighthouse marks the entry to Meløy Fjord, assisting vessels in navigating narrow waterways and shallow areas. Its sector light serves as a reference point for local fishing fleets and other sea traffic in the vicinity.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc WRG 6s
Focal Height
7m
Geographic Range
9.3NM

Location

City
Meløy
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Nordland
Sea Region
skerry in the entrance to the Meløyfjord
Latitude
66.7628°
Longitude
13.2506°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: A 6m square stone base with an octagonal lantern and a red roof, painted white.

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Rodoy(7.7 km)
Admiralty No.
L2422
NGA No.
10456
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Angersholmen Lighthouse at night?+
Angersholmen displays the characteristic Oc 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 Angersholmen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Angersholmen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Vågaholmen at 2.9 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Ågskardet (6.2 NM ESE), Halsa Meløy (6.2 NM E), Forøy (6.4 NM ESE), Rødøy (7.7 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Angersholmen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Angersholmen 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 Angersholmen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Angersholmen 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.