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Faustanskjæret Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Faustanskjæret Lighthouse

A black, skeletal tower, 8 meters in overall height, carries a lantern at a focal plane of 4.5 meters. The structure consists of a lantern elevated on tripod piles. The light produces two white flashes each 8 seconds, with the color changing to red or green based on bearing. This marker extends 8.2 nautical miles in clear visibility. Access to the location is permitted, but entry into the tower is not allowed. It is situated at the approach to a protected inlet near Ørland.

Why it matters: This light serves as a primary reference for maritime traffic, clearly indicating the safe route into the protected inlet at Faustan. Its multi-colored directional illumination assists vessels in navigating the designated channel.

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) WRG 8s
Focal Height
4.5m
Geographic Range
8.2NM

Location

City
Ørland
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Trøndelag
Sea Region
Entrance to a sheltered harbor at Faustan
Latitude
63.8568°
Longitude
9.7680°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Lysoysund(3.2 km)
Admiralty No.
L1597
NGA No.
8276

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
black

Structure: lantern supported by tripod piles

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Faustanskjæret Lighthouse at night?+
Faustanskjæret 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 Faustanskjæret Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Faustanskjæret Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Vallersund at 0.6 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Lysøysund (3.1 NM NE), Valsneset (4.2 NM WSW), Bjugn (5.8 NM S), Uthaug (9.1 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Faustanskjæret Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Faustanskjæret 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 Faustanskjæret Lighthouse?+
Faustanskjæret 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 Faustanskjæret Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Faustanskjæret 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.