Asmaløy Area Lighthouses Lighthouse

This lighthouse began operation in 1897 on a skerry off the southeastern tip of Asmaløy in Norway's Østfold region. It guides vessels through the Løperen channel, situated between Asmaløy and Kirkøy. The original 6-meter square skeletal tower, constructed of wood with a lantern and gallery, was later replaced. The current light is displayed from a mast at a focal height of 6 meters. It emits a red light, flashing once every 5 seconds. The site is accessible by boat, though the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for safe passage through the Løperen channel, a narrow waterway between Asmaløy and Kirkøy, guiding local fishing boats and recreational vessels away from the skerry it occupies. Its original 6-meter square skeletal tower, uniquely constructed with wood siding, represented a distinctive architectural approach for its time.