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Fløberg Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Fløberg Lighthouse

Fløberg lighthouse is a 6-meter tall, square, skeletal tower clad in wood, featuring a red lantern roof. The light source is positioned 7 meters above sea level. It projects a light visible for 9.3 nautical miles, displaying two white flashes followed by red or green light every 8 seconds (Oc(2) WRG 8s). This structure is situated on the east side of the Iddefjord, about 10 kilometers south-southeast of Halden. Public access is permitted to the site, but not the tower.

Why it matters: This navigation aid marks the east side of the Iddefjord, assisting vessels navigating the local channels and the promontory near Halden.

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
7m
Geographic Range
9.3NM

Location

City
Halden
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Østfold
Sea Region
Located on the tip of a promontory on the east side of the Iddefjord, about 10 km south southeast of Halden.
Latitude
59.0401°
Longitude
11.4194°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Halden(4.7 km)
Admiralty No.
B2209
NGA No.
0072

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white with a red lantern roof
Material
wood

Structure: square skeletal tower with wood siding, lantern and gallery

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Fløberg Lighthouse at night?+
Fløberg 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 Fløberg Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Fløberg Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Halden at 4.7 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Strömstad (9.7 NM SW), Hvaler (11.8 NM W), Skjærhalden (12 NM W), Fredrikstad (17.1 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Fløberg Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Fløberg 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 Fløberg Lighthouse?+
Fløberg 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 Fløberg Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Fløberg 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.