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Ersholmene Lighthouse

Oc (2) White/Red/Green 8s🇳🇴Hadsel, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ersholmene Lighthouse

This cylindrical stone tower, standing 6 meters tall, is painted white with a red roof. It is situated on a skerry off the northeastern tip of Brottøya, near Hadsel, Norway. The lighthouse emits a light with a focal height of 10 meters. Its light characteristic is two occulting white, red, or green flashes every 8 seconds, depending on the viewing direction. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is critical for safe passage through the waters off Brottøya, warning mariners about the skerry it occupies and nearby hazards. Its directional light, changing between white, red, and green, provides precise guidance essential for avoiding dangerous shoals in this complex coastal region.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc (2) White/Red/Green 8s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Oc(2) WGR 8s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Location

City
Hadsel
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Nordland
Sea Region
skerry off the northeastern tip of Brottøya
Latitude
68.4928°
Longitude
15.1883°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Stokmarknes(7.7 km)
Admiralty No.
L3108
NGA No.
12136

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a red roof
Material
stone

Structure: round rubblestone tower with lantern and gallery

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ersholmene Lighthouse at night?+
Ersholmene displays the characteristic Oc (2) White/Red/Green 8s — 2 white/red/green flashes every 8 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 Ersholmene Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ersholmene Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Stokmarknes at 7 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Blokken (7.7 NM NNE), Melbu (8.4 NM W), Fiskebøl (8.9 NM WSW), Anfinnsletta (11 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ersholmene Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ersholmene 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 Ersholmene Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ersholmene 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.