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Festvåghalsen Lighthouse

Oc (3) White/Red/Green 10s🇳🇴Vågan, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Festvåghalsen Lighthouse

The Festvåghalsen lighthouse is a metal, square pyramidal skeletal tower standing 8 meters tall. It is situated beside the Sunnlandsfjordveien in Festvåg, Vågan, Norway, with its focal height at 10 meters. The structure is a square pyramidal skeletal tower with a lantern and gallery. It emits a directional light with three flashes of white, red, or green every 10 seconds, visible for 10.4 nautical miles. The site is accessible to the public, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides vessels through the Sunnlandsfjord, a narrow and sometimes challenging waterway. Its unique pile-supported platform design is a practical architectural solution for its coastal location.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc (3) White/Red/Green 10s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Oc(3) WGR 10s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Location

City
Vågan
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Nordland
Sea Region
Festvåg, Norway, beside the Sunnlandsfjordveien
Latitude
68.3390°
Longitude
14.3305°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Laukvik(3.4 km)
Admiralty No.
L2926
NGA No.
11600
ARLHS No.
NOR-434

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
black
Material
metal

Structure: square pyramidal skeletal tower with lantern and gallery

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 Festvåghalsen Lighthouse at night?+
Festvåghalsen displays the characteristic Oc (3) White/Red/Green 10s — 3 white/red/green flashes every 10 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 Festvåghalsen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Festvåghalsen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Laukvik at 3.4 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Svolvær Osan (7.8 NM SE), Svolvær (8.1 NM SE), Kabelvåg (8.5 NM SSE), Liland (9.3 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Festvåghalsen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Festvåghalsen 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 Festvåghalsen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Festvåghalsen 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.