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Bjørneskjær (Range Front Lighthouse

Fl White/Red/Green 4s🇳🇴Asker, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Bjørneskjær (Range Front Lighthouse

Bjørneskjær (Range Front) lighthouse is a 6.5-meter skeletal tower situated on the northern tip of a small island off the east coast of the Drammensfjord, near Asker, Norway. The structure features a lantern mounted on a tripod, with the light positioned 6 meters above sea level. Its distinctive white tower bears a red vertical stripe. The light emits a white, red, or green signal that flashes on a 4-second cycle, providing directional guidance. This lighthouse operates as an active aid to navigation, with its nearest port being Svelvik, located 2 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for safe passage within the Drammensfjord, particularly guiding southbound vessels departing from Svelvik.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White/Red/Green 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl WGR 4s
Focal Height
6m
Geographic Range
8.9NM

Location

City
Asker
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Akershus
Sea Region
northern tip of a small island just off the east coast of the Drammensfjord
Latitude
59.5843°
Longitude
10.4335°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6.5m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
white with a red vertical stripe

Structure: lantern mounted on a tripod

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Svelvik(2.0 km)
Admiralty No.
B2449
NGA No.
0548
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Bjørneskjær (Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Bjørneskjær (Range Front displays the characteristic Fl White/Red/Green 4s. 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 Bjørneskjær (Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bjørneskjær (Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Svelvik at 1.4 NM to the NW. Other ports served include TOFTE (4.7 NM ESE), Tofte - Hurum (5.1 NM SE), Langøya (5.3 NM SSW), Halvorshavn (5.6 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bjørneskjær (Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bjørneskjær (Range Front 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 Bjørneskjær (Range Front Lighthouse?+
Bjørneskjær (Range Front 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 Bjørneskjær (Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bjørneskjær (Range Front 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.