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Digerneset Lighthouse

Fl (2) White/Red/Green 5s🇳🇴Namsos, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Digerneset Lighthouse

Digerneset lighthouse is a 4-meter lantern structure with a snow screen, built on a stone base. It is painted white and topped with a red roof. The lighthouse emits a light with two white flashes every 5 seconds, which can also appear red or green depending on the bearing. Its focal height is 7 meters, and it has a geographic range of 9.3 nautical miles. The structure is situated on a promontory south of the Namsos waterfront in Trøndelag, Norway. It is located just 0.5 kilometers from the nearest port in Namsos and is operational.

Why it matters: This lighthouse provides critical guidance for vessels navigating the Namsen sound, particularly those approaching the Namsos waterfront. Its directional light, which changes color to indicate different bearings, assists mariners in safely avoiding the promontory.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White/Red/Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl(2) WGR 5s
Focal Height
7m
Geographic Range
9.3NM

Location

City
Namsos
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Trøndelag
Sea Region
Namsen sound, marking a promontory south of the Namsos waterfront
Latitude
64.4483°
Longitude
11.4977°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Color
white with a red roof
Material
stone

Structure: A 4m lantern with a snow screen on a stone base, painted white with a red roof.

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Namsos(0.5 km)
Admiralty No.
L1775.
NGA No.
NF-512400
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Digerneset Lighthouse at night?+
Digerneset displays the characteristic Fl (2) White/Red/Green 5s — 2 white/red/green flashes every 5 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 Digerneset Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Digerneset Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Namsos at 0.7 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Ramsvika (4.2 NM N), Utvorda (16.8 NM WNW), Abelvær (18.9 NM NNW), Salsbruket (23 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Digerneset Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Digerneset 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 Digerneset Lighthouse?+
Digerneset 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 Digerneset Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Digerneset 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.