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Feøy Lighthouse

Oc White/Red/Green 2s🇳🇴Karmøy, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Feøy Lighthouse

The Feøy lighthouse stands on the islet of Vindkjeft, marking the southern entrance to the Feøy archipelago. Established in 1871, the current structure is a 6.1-meter pyramidal fiberglass tower, painted white with two black horizontal bands. Its focal height is 12 meters, providing a geographic range of 11 nautical miles. The light emits an occulting white, red, or green signal, completing a cycle every 2 seconds. In 1951, the original keeper's house was relocated to the neighboring island of Duøy, with only its foundation remaining. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is indispensable for safe passage through the southern entrance of the Feøy archipelago, guiding vessels navigating these often-challenging coastal waters.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 2s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
2s
Raw Code
Oc W R G 2s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1871

Significant events: keeper's house relocated in 1951

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6.096m
Tower Shape
pyramidal
Tower Color
white with two black horizontal bands

Structure: A 6.1m pyramidal fiberglass tower with lantern and gallery, painted white with two black horizontal bands.

Location

City
Karmøy
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Rogaland
Sea Region
islet of Vindkjeft, marking the southern entrance to the Feøy archipelago
Latitude
59.3722°
Longitude
5.1718°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Haugesund(3.4 km)
Admiralty No.
B3546
ARLHS No.
NOR-077
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Feøy Lighthouse at night?+
Feøy displays the characteristic Oc White/Red/Green 2s. 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 Feøy Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Feøy Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Storøya at 3.1 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Avaldsnes (3.2 NM ESE), Bøneset - Karmøy (3.4 NM E), Haugesund (3.8 NM NE), Storesund (3.9 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Feøy Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Feøy 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 Feøy Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Feøy 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.