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Engenes Lighthouse

Fl white 4s🇳🇴Ibestad, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Engenes Lighthouse

This square skeletal tower with a lantern and gallery stands 6.5 meters tall, with its focal height at 16 meters. Constructed from concrete, the black tower has a geographic range of 12.2 nautical miles. It emitted a white light with a characteristic of flashing white and red. The lighthouse was operational from its construction until 2023, serving the northwestern tip of the island of Andorja.

Why it matters: Engenes lighthouse was important for local navigation around the northwestern tip of Andorja island, assisting vessels in safely traversing the area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl white 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
white
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl.W.R
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
12.2NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Inactive since 2023

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Ibestad(8.9 km)
Admiralty No.
L3382
NGA No.
12764

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6.5m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
black
Material
concrete

Structure: square skeletal tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Ibestad
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Troms
Sea Region
northwestern tip of the island of Andorja
Latitude
68.9264°
Longitude
17.1191°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Engenes Lighthouse at night?+
Engenes displays the characteristic Fl white 4s. 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 color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Engenes Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Engenes Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Dyrøyhamn at 8.6 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Sandøya (9.9 NM W), Skrolsvik (10.6 NM NW), Salangsverket (13 NM E), Bjarkøy (13.1 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Engenes Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Engenes 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 Engenes Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Engenes 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.