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Glomstadholmen Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Glomstadholmen Lighthouse

Glomstadholmen lighthouse is a skeletal white tower with a red roof, standing 6 meters tall on four black piles. A lantern and gallery are mounted atop the piles, with the light visible from a focal height of 5 meters. The structure exhibits a directional white, red, or green light that cycles every 8 seconds. This light displays two occultations in white, followed by a colored sector. It is situated on a promontory on the south side of the Torsetsund, a narrow passage off the Trondheimsleia south of Skardsøy island. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 8.4 nautical miles.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is indispensable for safe passage through the Torsetsund, a narrow and potentially hazardous channel. Its directional light specifically warns mariners about the precise contours and dangers of this constricted waterway.

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
5m
Geographic Range
8.4NM

Location

City
Aure
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Møre og Romsdal
Sea Region
Promontory on the south side of the Torsetsund, a narrow passage off the Trondheimsleia south of the island of Skardsøy.
Latitude
63.3192°
Longitude
8.6291°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
white with a red roof

Structure: A 6m structure consisting of a lantern and gallery mounted on four straight piles. The lantern is painted white with a red roof, and the piles are painted black.

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Tjeldbergodden(5.8 km)
Admiralty No.
L1112
NGA No.
6864
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Glomstadholmen Lighthouse at night?+
Glomstadholmen 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 Glomstadholmen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Glomstadholmen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Aure at 2.7 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Tjeldbergodden (5.9 NM NNE), Vinjeøra (11.7 NM SE), Vikan - Smøla (12.1 NM WNW), Kyrksæterøra (12.4 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Glomstadholmen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Glomstadholmen 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 Glomstadholmen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Glomstadholmen 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.