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Eastern Tromøy Lighthouses Lighthouse

Fl White/Red/Green 5s🇳🇴Arendal, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Eastern Tromøy Lighthouses Lighthouse

Constructed in 1924, this lighthouse stands on an octagonal lantern painted white with a red roof, supported by four black piles on a rocky islet. The structure rises to a height of 9 meters, with a focal height of 14 meters. Its light emits a single white, red, or green flash every 5 seconds, visible for 11.6 nautical miles. The lighthouse is situated about 2.5 kilometers east of Tromøy island, near Arendal. The site is accessible by boat and open to the public, though the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse's sector light characteristic is critical for delineating precise channels and warning of submerged dangers in the eastern approaches to Tromøy.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White/Red/Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W R G 5s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1924

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white

Structure: An approximately 9m octagonal lantern, painted white with a red roof, mounted on four straight black piles.

Location

City
Arendal
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Agder
Sea Region
rocky islet about 2.5 km east of the eastern end of the island of Tromøy
Latitude
58.5226°
Longitude
8.9857°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Eydehavn(3.7 km)
Admiralty No.
B2776
NGA No.
1138
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Eastern Tromøy Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Eastern Tromøy Lighthouses displays the characteristic Fl White/Red/Green 5s. 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 Eastern Tromøy Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Eastern Tromøy Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Eydehavn at 3.8 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Tvedestrand (6 NM NNW), Arendal (6.6 NM WSW), Fevik (13.3 NM SW), Risør (14.3 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Eastern Tromøy Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Eastern Tromøy Lighthouses 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 Eastern Tromøy Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Eastern Tromøy Lighthouses 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.