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Båtsfjord Lighthouse

Fl White 20s🇳🇴Vardø, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Båtsfjord Lighthouse

Båtsfjord Lighthouse, first lit in 1899, is a 12-meter cylindrical concrete tower painted white. It stands with a lantern and gallery atop a one-story keeper's house, reaching a focal height of 39 meters. The lighthouse emits a single white flash every 20 seconds, with a geographic range of 16.9 nautical miles. Built on a peninsula sheltering the harbor of Båtsfjord, it served the Finnmark region. The structure has been inactive since 2013. While the site is open to visitors, the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse was essential for guiding vessels into the harbor of Båtsfjord, a port on the Barents Sea, and helped mariners navigate the approach to this remote community.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 20s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
20s
Raw Code
Fl W 20s
Focal Height
39m
Geographic Range
16.9NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1899

Significant events: Inactive since 2013, possible future removal

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: square cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery centered on a 1-story concrete keeper's house

Location

City
Vardø
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Finnmark
Sea Region
peninsula sheltering the harbor of Båtsfjord
Latitude
70.3888°
Longitude
31.1558°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Vardo(1.5 km)
Admiralty No.
L4191
NGA No.
14580
ARLHS No.
NOR-161
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Båtsfjord Lighthouse at night?+
Båtsfjord displays the characteristic Fl White 20s. 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 color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Båtsfjord Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Båtsfjord Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Vardø at 1.3 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Båtsfjord (32.1 NM WNW), Vadsø (34.5 NM WSW), Bugøynes (40 NM SW), Kongsfjord (41.7 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Båtsfjord Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Båtsfjord 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 Båtsfjord Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Båtsfjord 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.