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Beitstadsund Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Beitstadsund Lighthouse

A 6.5-meter-high square skeletal tower, finished with siding and topped with a lantern and gallery, is situated on the eastern point of Rambergholmen, an island at the Beitstadsund entrance from Beitstadfjord. The structure's focal height reaches 5.5 meters. Its light displays white, red, or green signals, flashing once every 6 seconds, with a visibility distance of 8.6 nautical miles. The tower is painted white and has a red lantern roof.

Why it matters: This navigation aid marks the entrance to Beitstadsund, a main passage to Beitstadfjord, assisting vessels and preventing contact with the hazards of Rambergholmen.

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
5.5m
Geographic Range
8.6NM

Location

City
Steinkjer
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Trøndelag
Sea Region
Located on eastern point of Rambergholmen, an island in the entrance to the Beitstadsund from the Beitstadfjord.
Latitude
64.0291°
Longitude
11.2275°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6.5m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
White with red lantern roof

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

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Malm(2.6 km)
Admiralty No.
L1310
NGA No.
7328
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Beitstadsund Lighthouse at night?+
Beitstadsund 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 Beitstadsund Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Beitstadsund Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Malm at 2.6 NM to the N. Other ports served include Follafoss (4.2 NM SW), Steinkjer (6.8 NM E), STEINKJER (6.9 NM E), Mosvik (13.6 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Beitstadsund Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Beitstadsund 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 Beitstadsund Lighthouse?+
Beitstadsund 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 Beitstadsund Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Beitstadsund 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.