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Bangsund Lighthouse

Oc White/Red/Green 6s🇳🇴Namsos, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Bangsund Lighthouse

This square skeletal tower stands 6 meters tall on Brandøy, an island marking the entrance to Bangsund in Norway's Lyngynfjord. Covered with siding, it features a lantern and gallery, with its light positioned 7 meters above sea level. The lighthouse emits an occulting white, red, or green light on a 6-second cycle, offering a geographic range of 9.3 nautical miles. While the site is accessible to visitors, the tower itself is closed. It is located near Namsos, with the nearest port 4.6 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The Bangsund light's sector system guides vessels through the Lyngynfjord entrance, delineating safe channels and warning of hazards.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc WRG 6s
Focal Height
7m
Geographic Range
9.3NM

Location

City
Namsos
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Trøndelag
Sea Region
Brandøy, an island in the Lyngynfjord, marking the entrance to Bangsund.
Latitude
64.4168°
Longitude
11.3463°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Namsos(4.6 km)
Admiralty No.
L1774
NGA No.
8708

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white

Structure: square skeletal tower with lantern and gallery, covered with siding

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Bangsund Lighthouse at night?+
Bangsund displays the characteristic Oc 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 Bangsund Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bangsund Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Namsos at 5 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Ramsvika (6.9 NM NNE), Utvorda (15 NM NW), Abelvær (19.4 NM NNW), Malm (21 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bangsund Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bangsund 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.
What shipping routes pass near Bangsund Lighthouse?+
Bangsund Lighthouse is located within the Baltic Sea trade route — a vital shipping corridor for trade between Scandinavian, German, Polish, and Baltic state ports. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Bangsund Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bangsund 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.