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Araneset Lighthouse

Oc (3) White/Red/Green 12s🇳🇴Aure, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Araneset Lighthouse

Araneset lighthouse, a skeletal concrete tower standing 10 meters tall, is situated on a skerry off a promontory on the south side of the Trondheimsleia near Vinsternes. Its lantern, positioned 8.5 meters above sea level, displays a directional light with three flashes of white, red, or green every 12 seconds. The structure features a lantern on a platform supported by tripod piles, a design suited for its exposed location. Operational since an unknown date, the lighthouse has a geographic range of 9.9 nautical miles. The site is accessible to the public, though the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for safe navigation through the Trondheimsleia, a significant Norwegian coastal shipping lane, warning vessels of the skerry and promontory it marks. Its distinctive directional light offers precise guidance for avoiding dangers in this complex waterway.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc (3) White/Red/Green 12s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Oc(3) WRG 12s
Focal Height
8.5m
Geographic Range
9.9NM

Location

City
Aure
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Møre og Romsdal
Sea Region
A skerry off a promontory on the south side of the Trondheimsleia near Vinsternes.
Latitude
63.2625°
Longitude
8.3275°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Smola(6.7 km)
Admiralty No.
L1108
NGA No.
6852

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
white with a red roof
Material
concrete

Structure: lantern on a platform supported by tripod piles

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Araneset Lighthouse at night?+
Araneset displays the characteristic Oc (3) White/Red/Green 12s — 3 white/red/green flashes every 12 seconds. 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 Araneset Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Araneset Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Aure at 6.2 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include STRAUMEN (7.8 NM WNW), Vikan - Smøla (7.8 NM NNW), Halsa (12.1 NM SSW), Tjeldbergodden (13.2 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Araneset Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Araneset 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 Araneset Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Araneset 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.