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Brimholman Lighthouse

Oc (2) White/Red/Green 8s🇳🇴Lurøy, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Brimholman Lighthouse

Also known as: Brimholman (Bremholmen, Sleneset)

This square lighthouse stands 5 meters tall on a small island located off the harbor of Sleneset and the east end of Solvær in Norway's Nordland region. Its focal height reaches 9.5 meters, and it emits a light with a geographic range of 10.2 nautical miles. The tower is painted white, topped with a red lantern roof. It displays a characteristic of two occultations of white, red, or green light every 8 seconds, depending on the direction. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is important for vessels navigating the approach to Sleneset harbor and the eastern end of Solvær, offering directional warnings through its changing light colors to help mariners maintain safe channels.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc (2) White/Red/Green 8s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Oc(2) WRG 8s
Focal Height
9.5m
Geographic Range
10.2NM

Location

City
Lurøy
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Nordland
Sea Region
A small island off the harbor of Sleneset and the east end of Solvær.
Latitude
66.3702°
Longitude
12.6520°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Lovund(6.6 km)
Admiralty No.
L2255.4
NGA No.
9784

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
5m
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
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Brimholman Lighthouse at night?+
Brimholman displays the characteristic Oc (2) White/Red/Green 8s — 2 white/red/green flashes every 8 seconds. 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 Brimholman Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Brimholman Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Lurøy at 5.2 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Lovund (6.8 NM W), Stokkvågen (8.6 NM ESE), Tonnes (12.1 NM NE), Vikholmen (12.7 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Brimholman Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Brimholman 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 Brimholman Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Brimholman 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.