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Flesi Lighthouse

Oc White/Red/Green 6s🇳🇴Øygarden, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Flesi Lighthouse

Flesi lighthouse stands on piles in the northern entrance to the Hjeltefjord, near Øygarden, Norway. This pentapod structure, measuring 13 meters tall, features black piles and a white lantern and gallery, topped with a red lantern roof. Its light is 11 meters above sea level and emits white, red, and green flashes in a cycle of 6 seconds. The lighthouse guides vessels through the reef in the sea region, offering a geographic range of 10.7 nautical miles. Although the site is open to visitors who can reach it by boat, the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: The lighthouse's sector light warns mariners of the reef it marks within the busy Hjeltefjord. Its unique five-pile pentapod design is a notable example of engineering adapted for a marine environment.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc WRG 6s
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Location

City
Øygarden
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Vestland
Sea Region
Reef in the northern entrance to the Hjeltefjord
Latitude
60.3366°
Longitude
5.1827°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Brattholmen(1.0 km)
Admiralty No.
B4052.5
NGA No.
3918
ARLHS No.
NOR-410

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
pentapod
Tower Color
Piles black, lantern and gallery white, lantern roof red

Structure: 5-pile (pentapod) tower with lantern and gallery

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Flesi Lighthouse at night?+
Flesi displays the characteristic Oc White/Red/Green 6s. 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 Flesi Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Flesi Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Brattholmen at 1 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Knarrevik (2.2 NM NNW), GODVIK (2.4 NM N), Skålevik (3.2 NM NNE), Straume (3.2 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Flesi Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Flesi 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 Flesi Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Flesi 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.