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Askvåg Lighthouse

Oc (2) White/Red/Green 8s🇳🇴Hustadvika, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Askvåg Lighthouse

Also known as: Askvåg (Askvågen, Haugeneset)

The octagonal fiberglass tower at Askvåg stands 7 meters tall with a focal height of 11 meters. Completed in 2020, it first became operational in 1913, replacing an earlier square skeletal tower that was covered with wood siding. Its exterior is white with two black horizontal bands and a red roof. The light emits two white occulting flashes every 8 seconds, with additional red and green sectors indicating directional changes. This lighthouse is situated on the ocean shore about 13 kilometers northeast of Bud, within the Møre og Romsdal region.

Why it matters: Askvåg lighthouse provides directional guidance with its multi-colored, occulting light along the exposed ocean shore northeast of Bud.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc (2) White/Red/Green 8s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Oc(2) 8s
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2020
First Lit
1913

Significant events: Replaced an older square skeletal tower covered with wood siding

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Haroy(5.0 km)
Admiralty No.
L0997
NGA No.
6552

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white with two black horizontal bands and a red roof
Material
fiberglass

Structure: octagonal fiberglass tower colored white with two black horizontal bands and a red roof

Location

City
Hustadvika
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Møre og Romsdal
Sea Region
ocean shore about 13 km northeast of Bud
Latitude
62.9670°
Longitude
7.0365°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Askvåg Lighthouse at night?+
Askvåg displays the characteristic Oc (2) White/Red/Green 8s — 2 white/red/green flashes every 8 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 Askvåg Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Askvåg Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is HAROY at 4.9 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Harøysundet (5.5 NM SSW), Nyhamna (7.3 NM SSW), Elnesvågen (7.6 NM SSE), LYNGSTAD (8.8 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Askvåg Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Askvåg 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 Askvåg Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Askvåg 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.