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Førdespollen Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Førdespollen Lighthouse

This 6-meter concrete lighthouse stands on the west side of Førdespollen, an inlet south of the Bømlafjorden. Painted white with a red lantern roof, its cylindrical tower houses a light with a focal height of 5 meters. The light characteristic is an occulting white, red, and green signal on a 6-second cycle, offering a geographic range of 8.4 nautical miles. It guides vessels navigating this stretch of water. The structure is not open to the public.

Why it matters: The lighthouse provides precise guidance for safe passage through the Førdespollen inlet, a critical waterway for local traffic connecting to the Bømlafjorden.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc WGR 6s
Focal Height
5m
Geographic Range
8.4NM

Location

City
Sveio
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Vestland
Sea Region
The lighthouse is situated on the west side of the Førdespollen, an inlet on the south side of the Bømlafjorden, about 3 km northwest of Førde.
Latitude
59.6364°
Longitude
5.4157°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a red lantern roof
Material
concrete

Structure: A 6m concrete post with a lantern and gallery, painted white with a red lantern roof.

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Eikelandsosen(3.9 km)
Admiralty No.
B3636
NGA No.
2940
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Førdespollen Lighthouse at night?+
Førdespollen 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 Førdespollen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Førdespollen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Mosterhamn at 3.9 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Valevåg (4.1 NM NNE), Osnes - Vindafjord (5.6 NM SE), Sveio (5.6 NM SSW), Langevåg (5.8 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Førdespollen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Førdespollen 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 Førdespollen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Førdespollen 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.