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Frisholmen Lighthouse

Oc Red 4s🇳🇴Smøla, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Frisholmen Lighthouse

Also known as: #Frisholmen

The original Frisholmen lighthouse was situated on a skerry four kilometers north of Dyrnes. This structure, built on piles, stood 9 meters tall and was painted white with a red roof. It exhibited an occulting red light with a 4-second cycle. The lighthouse was removed in 2020 after being replaced by a modern light. The site is accessible by boat, but the new light structure is not open to the public.

Why it matters: The original lighthouse marked a hazard for vessels navigating the waters north of Dyrnes. Its platform-on-piles design was a practical solution for its exposed location.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc Red 4s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
Red
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Oc R 4s
Focal Height
4m
Geographic Range
7.9NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Replaced in 2020, removed

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
Platform
Tower Color
white with a red roof
Material
Piles

Structure: The original Frisholmen lighthouse was a 9m lantern mounted on a platform supported by piles, painted white with a red roof. This structure was removed in 2020.

Location

City
Smøla
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Møre og Romsdal
Sea Region
A skerry about 4 km north of Dyrnes
Latitude
63.4489°
Longitude
7.8183°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Smola(12.4 km)
Admiralty No.
L1351
NGA No.
7444
ARLHS No.
NOR-203
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Frisholmen Lighthouse at night?+
Frisholmen displays the characteristic Oc Red 4s. 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Frisholmen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Frisholmen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Smøla at 4.9 NM to the E. Other ports served include STRAUMEN (10.1 NM SE), Vikan - Smøla (11.1 NM ESE), Grip (15.1 NM SSW), Kristiansund (20.1 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Frisholmen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Frisholmen 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 Frisholmen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Frisholmen 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.