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Gloppen Lighthouse Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Gloppen Lighthouse Lighthouse

This square skeletal tower, standing 6 meters tall, is covered with white siding and topped with an octagonal lantern and gallery. It is situated on the west side of the Gloppefjord entrance from the Nordfjord. The light emits a white, red, or green signal that cycles every 6 seconds. Its focal plane is 5 meters above sea level, providing a geographic range of 8.4 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is indispensable for guiding vessels through the narrow and often busy entrance to the Gloppefjord from the Nordfjord. Its directional light, changing color based on approach, specifically aids the E39 highway ferry and other local traffic navigating the waters around the Lote terminal.

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
5m
Geographic Range
8.4NM

Location

City
Gloppen
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Vestland
Sea Region
on the west side of the entrance to the Gloppefjord from the Nordfjord, near the terminal for the ferry carrying the E39 highway across the Nordfjord at Lote.
Latitude
61.8468°
Longitude
6.0786°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Nordfjordeid(4.6 km)
Admiralty No.
L0462
NGA No.
5468

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
black

Structure: square skeletal tower, covered with white siding, with octagonal lantern and gallery

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Gloppen Lighthouse Lighthouse at night?+
Gloppen Lighthouse 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 Gloppen Lighthouse Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Gloppen Lighthouse Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Nordfjordeid at 4.6 NM to the NW. Other ports served include SANDANE (5.6 NM SE), Innvik (15.2 NM E), Stryn (17.7 NM E), Volda (17.7 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Gloppen Lighthouse Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Gloppen Lighthouse 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 Gloppen Lighthouse Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Gloppen Lighthouse 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.