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Brekkestø Lighthouse

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

This lighthouse guides vessels near Brekkestø, a historic harbor village in southern Norway. The current structure, a white and red square wooden tower standing 5.5 meters tall, features a lantern at the same height. It was built to replace an earlier shingle-covered tower, reflecting an adaptation to modern navigational needs. The light emits white, red, and green signals in a cycle of 6 seconds. Its geographic range extends to 8.6 nautical miles. The site is accessible to the public, though the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for navigating the intricate channels into Brekkestø's sheltered harbor, a significant haven along Norway's southern coast.

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

Significant events: Replacement of an older shingle-covered tower

Open to public
Site open, tower closed
Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
Tower Height
5.5m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white and red
Material
wood

Structure: A 5.5m lantern is mounted on a square platform supported by piles.

City
Lillesand
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Agder
Sea Region
Brekkestø, a historic harbor village in southern Norway, guiding vessels through its waters.
Latitude
58.1915°
Longitude
8.3579°
Nearest Port
Lillesand(3.4 km)
Admiralty No.
B2890
NGA No.
1332
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How do mariners identify Brekkestø Lighthouse at night?+
Brekkestø 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 Brekkestø Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Brekkestø Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Lillesand at 3.3 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Herøya (9.7 NM WSW), Ålefjær (11.1 NM WNW), Kristiansand (11.3 NM WSW), Grimstad (11.6 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Brekkestø Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Brekkestø 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 Brekkestø Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Brekkestø 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.