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Dombeskjær Lighthouse

Oc White/Red/Green 2s🇳🇴Kinn, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Dombeskjær Lighthouse

Also known as: Dombeskjær (Dombeskjærene)

Dombeskjær lighthouse stands on a platform supported by piles driven into a reef off the southwest coast of Hovden, Norway. This 11.5-meter lantern structure has a white lantern housing and a red roof. Its focal plane is 10 meters above the water, and it emits a sector light that changes from white, red, or green every 2 seconds depending on the viewing direction. The geographic range of the light is 10.4 nautical miles. While the site is accessible to visitors, the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: The light's sector system precisely warns mariners of the hazardous reef it marks off Hovden, guiding safe passage along this complex section of the Norwegian coast.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 2s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
2s
Raw Code
Oc WRG 2s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Location

City
Kinn
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Vestland
Sea Region
Reef off the southwest coast of Hovden
Latitude
61.6656°
Longitude
4.8406°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Floro(6.5 km)
Admiralty No.
L0349
NGA No.
5260

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11.5m
Tower Color
White lantern with a red roof

Structure: An 11.5m lantern structure mounted on a platform supported by piles. The lantern is white with a red roof.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Dombeskjær Lighthouse at night?+
Dombeskjær displays the characteristic Oc White/Red/Green 2s. 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 Dombeskjær Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Dombeskjær Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kalvåg at 6.1 NM to the N. Other ports served include Flora (6.8 NM SE), Florø (6.9 NM SE), Gunhildvågen (6.9 NM SE), Botnaneset - Flora (7.1 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Dombeskjær Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Dombeskjær 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 Dombeskjær Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Dombeskjær 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.