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Austre Vågholmflua Lighthouse

Iso Red 6s🇳🇴Bokn, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Austre Vågholmflua Lighthouse

This concrete lighthouse stands 17 meters tall off the southeastern coast of Austre Bokn. Painted white, it features a red lantern roof. The structure emits an isophase red light, which is on for three seconds and off for three seconds. Accessible only by boat, the site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed. This lighthouse serves as a navigational aid in the Rogaland region of Norway. Its focal height is 10.5 meters, and it has a geographic range of 10.5 nautical miles.

Why it matters: This light warns vessels of the Austre Vågholmflua shoal, a submerged hazard.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso Red 6s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
Red
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Iso R 6s
Focal Height
10.5m
Geographic Range
10.5NM

Location

City
Bokn
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Rogaland
Sea Region
off the southeastern coast of Austre Bokn
Latitude
59.2184°
Longitude
5.5181°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Bokn(2.6 km)
Admiralty No.
B3415
NGA No.
2550.5

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
17m
Tower Color
white with a red lantern roof
Material
concrete

Structure: A 17m 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 Austre Vågholmflua Lighthouse at night?+
Austre Vågholmflua displays the characteristic Iso Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Austre Vågholmflua Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Austre Vågholmflua Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Bokn at 2.3 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Kårstø (3.3 NM N), Susort (4.2 NM NNW), Gismarvik (7.2 NM NW), Kopervik (7.3 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Austre Vågholmflua Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Austre Vågholmflua 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 Austre Vågholmflua Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Austre Vågholmflua 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.