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Drøbak Tollboden Lighthouse

🇳🇴Frogn, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Drøbak Tollboden Lighthouse

Also known as: Drøbak Tollboden (Customs House)

Built in 1868, this two-story wooden structure in Frogn, Norway, served as a customs house and lighthouse. Its light was housed in a dormer window on the second floor, guiding ships into Drøbak's traditional harbor. The building features a terra cotta tile roof and is painted gray. It ceased operations as a lighthouse in 1961. The University of Oslo acquired the property in 1962, and it now functions as a conference center.

Why it matters: The light guided vessels into Drøbak's traditional harbor, a key entry point for commerce and fishing.

Tower & Structure

Tower Color
gray
Material
wood

Structure: A 2-story wood building with a terra cotta tile roof, painted gray. The light was mounted on a dormer window on the second floor.

Location

City
Frogn
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Akershus
Sea Region
waterfront of Drøbak's traditional harbor in Norway
Latitude
59.6587°
Longitude
10.6298°

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Construction & History

Year Built
1868

Significant events: Inactive since 1961, acquired by University of Oslo in 1962

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Drobak(0.2 km)
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Drøbak Tollboden Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Drøbak Tollboden Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Drøbak at 0.2 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Engene (3.1 NM WNW), HVITSTEN (3.7 NM SSE), Halvorshavn (4.5 NM S), TOFTE (7.3 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Drøbak Tollboden Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Drøbak Tollboden 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 Drøbak Tollboden Lighthouse?+
Drøbak Tollboden 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 Drøbak Tollboden Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Drøbak Tollboden 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.