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Bukkøya Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Bukkøya Lighthouse

A 6.5-meter fiberglass tower, painted white with two black horizontal bands and a red lantern roof, marks the eastern end of Bukkøya island. The light is situated 14 meters above sea level and has a geographic range of 11.6 nautical miles. This modern structure became operational in 2019, replacing an earlier lighthouse. Its light emits an occulting white, red, or green signal with a 6-second cycle. The tower is round and topped with a red lantern roof. The lighthouse is located near Vormedal in Karmøy municipality, within the Rogaland region.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is indispensable for safe navigation through the Karmsund, a narrow and busy waterway, helping vessels avoid hazards and maintain course through this constricted passage.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc WGR 6s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2019

Significant events: Replaced earlier tower, became active in 2019

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6.5m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white with two black horizontal bands, red lantern roof
Material
fiberglass

Structure: fiberglass tower with lantern, colored white with two black horizontal bands; lantern roof is red

Location

City
Karmøy
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Rogaland
Sea Region
Karmsund, near Vormedal, on the east end of Bukkøya island
Latitude
59.3555°
Longitude
5.3170°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Vormedal(0.1 km)
Admiralty No.
B3440
NGA No.
2640
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Bukkøya Lighthouse at night?+
Bukkøya 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 Bukkøya Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bukkøya Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Vormedal at 0.1 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Husøy - Karmøy (1.1 NM SSW), Bøneset - Karmøy (1.2 NM WNW), Avaldsnes (1.6 NM WSW), Håvik (2.5 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bukkøya Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bukkøya 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 Bukkøya Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bukkøya 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.