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Bindal Lighthouses Lighthouse

Fl White/Red/Green 6s🇳🇴Bindal, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Bindal Lighthouses Lighthouse

This square lighthouse stands 6 meters tall on the northern tip of an island within a narrow passage of the Sørfjord. Its structure consists of a square tower topped with a lantern and gallery, painted white with a red lantern roof. The focal height of the light is 6.5 meters. Its directional light emits white, red, or green signals in a 6-second cycle, visible for 9.1 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed. The nearest port is Gutvik, 10.3 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for safe navigation through the Sørfjord, a narrow and potentially hazardous waterway. Its directional light system guides vessels, preventing groundings and supporting local maritime traffic.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl WGR 6s
Focal Height
6.5m
Geographic Range
9.1NM

Location

City
Bindal
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Nordland
Sea Region
northern tip of an island in a narrow passage of the Sørfjord
Latitude
65.0584°
Longitude
12.2301°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Gutvik(10.3 km)
Admiralty No.
L2006
NGA No.
9276

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white with a red lantern roof

Structure: square tower with lantern and gallery

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Bindal Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Bindal Lighthouses displays the characteristic Fl 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 Bindal Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bindal Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Gutvik at 10.3 NM to the W. Other ports served include Leka (12.5 NM W), Salsbruket (18.2 NM SSW), Berg (18.7 NM N), Lessremman (19 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bindal Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bindal 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.
What shipping routes pass near Bindal Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
Bindal Lighthouses 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 Bindal Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bindal 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.