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Gamnes Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Gamnes Lighthouse

Also known as: Gamnes (Gamneset)

The Gamnes lighthouse consists of a 6-meter tall square wood tower topped with a red lantern roof. The focal height reaches 15 meters. Painted white, its structure includes a lantern room and gallery. The light characteristic is Oc(2) WRG 8s, displaying white, red, and green flashes every 8 seconds over a distance of 11.9 nautical miles. Access to the site is permitted, but the tower is not open for entry. Vannvag, 14.8 kilometers distant, is the closest port.

Why it matters: This navigation aid marks the waterways near Karlsøy, assisting vessels in this northern Norwegian region.

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
15m
Geographic Range
11.9NM

Location

City
Karlsøy
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Troms
Sea Region
northeastern coast of Ringvassøya
Latitude
69.9046°
Longitude
19.4762°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Vannvag(14.8 km)
Admiralty No.
L3660
NGA No.
13472

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: square wood tower with lantern and gallery

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Gamnes Lighthouse at night?+
Gamnes 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 Gamnes Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Gamnes Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hansnes at 4.7 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Stakkvik (4.8 NM NE), Dåfjord (5 NM NNW), Oldervik (10.2 NM SSE), Lenangen Søndre (11.7 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Gamnes Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Gamnes 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 Gamnes Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Gamnes 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.