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Flåøy Lighthouse

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

Flåøy Lighthouse is an active aid to navigation situated on a skerry off the north side of the upper Tingvollfjord, approximately 8 kilometers northwest of Sunndal, Norway. This square skeletal tower, covered with wood siding and topped with a lantern and gallery, stands 6 meters tall. Its focal height is also 6 meters. The lighthouse emits a white light that is occulted three times every 10 seconds. The geographic range for the light is 8.9 nautical miles. The site of the lighthouse is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is important for safe passage through the upper Tingvollfjord, marking the skerry on the fjord's northern side. Its sector light, which can be white, red, or green depending on the bearing, offers precise guidance in the narrow and challenging waters leading towards Sunndal.

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) 10s
Focal Height
6m
Geographic Range
8.9NM
City
Sunndal
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Møre og Romsdal
Sea Region
Located on a skerry just off the north side of the upper Tingvollfjord, about 8 km northwest of the head of the fjord at Sunndal, Norway.
Latitude
62.7487°
Longitude
8.4462°
Nearest Port
Sunndalsora(4.8 km)
Admiralty No.
L1068
NGA No.
6760
Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
wood

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

Open to public
Site open, tower closed
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How do mariners identify Flåøy Lighthouse at night?+
Flåøy 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 Flåøy Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Flåøy Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sunndalsøra at 5 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Raudsand (10.4 NM WNW), Vistdal (14.2 NM W), Surnadal (15 NM NNE), Torjulvågen (15.1 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Flåøy Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Flåøy 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 Flåøy Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Flåøy 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.