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Gjæva Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Gjæva Lighthouse

Gjæva lighthouse is a cylindrical fiberglass tower standing 6 meters tall, with its light positioned 7 meters above sea level. The structure is white with a red lantern roof. It replaced an earlier lantern and gallery that were mounted on a stone cairn. This light is located in the Prestfjord, east of Skogsøy, on a small island off the entrance to Myre harbor. Its operational light emits white, red, or green flashes on a 6-second cycle.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides vessels into and out of Myre harbor, with its directional light system providing critical real-time information for safe navigation.

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
7m
Geographic Range
9.3NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Replaced a lantern and gallery mounted on a stone cairn

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
White with red lantern roof
Material
fiberglass

Structure: round cylindrical fiberglass tower with lantern

Location

City
Øksnes
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Nordland
Sea Region
Prestfjord, on a small island off the entrance to Myre harbor, east of Skogsøy
Latitude
68.9221°
Longitude
15.0083°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Myre-Oksnes(1.1 km)
Admiralty No.
L3200
NGA No.
12408
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Gjæva Lighthouse at night?+
Gjæva 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 Gjæva Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Gjæva Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is MYRE at 1.3 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Stø (6.3 NM NNE), Risøyhamn (14 NM ENE), Eidet (14.6 NM SW), Kobbvågen (15.3 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Gjæva Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Gjæva 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 Gjæva Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Gjæva 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.