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Aukra Lighthouses Lighthouse

Iso White, Red, Green 6s🇳🇴Aukra, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Aukra Lighthouses Lighthouse

A 7m concrete post topped with a lantern room and gallery, painted white and capped with a red lantern roof. It is located on a rock outcrop in the middle of Grunnefjord, situated between Gossa and Otrøy islands. The light produces an isophase white, red, or green signal every 6 seconds. The structure's focal plane is 8m above sea level, with a visibility range of 9.7 nautical miles. The location is accessible, though entry into the tower is restricted.

Why it matters: This navigation aid marks the rock outcrop in Grunnefjord, offering directional information to ships traveling between Gossa and Otrøy. The colored light serves as a warning, helping to avoid grounding on the central rock.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso White, Red, Green 6s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
White, Red, Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Iso WGR 6s
Focal Height
8m
Geographic Range
9.7NM

Location

City
Aukra
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Møre og Romsdal
Sea Region
A skerry in the center of the Grunnefjord, halfway between Gossa and Otrøy.
Latitude
62.7723°
Longitude
6.7735°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Aukra(4.2 km)
Admiralty No.
L0907
NGA No.
6328

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Color
white with red lantern roof
Material
concrete

Structure: A 7m concrete post with lantern and gallery, painted white with a red lantern roof.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Aukra Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Aukra Lighthouses 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 Aukra Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Aukra Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Aukra at 3.9 NM to the E. Other ports served include Midsund (6.4 NM SSW), Nyhamna (6.8 NM NE), Finnøy (7.5 NM WNW), Harøysundet (8.3 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Aukra Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Aukra Lighthouses 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 Aukra Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Aukra Lighthouses 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.