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Glåpen Lighthouse

F🇳🇴Moskenes, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Glåpen Lighthouse

Built in 1857, Glåpen Lighthouse is a 7-meter square wooden tower painted white with a red lantern. It is attached to a 1-1/2 story keeper's house and stands on a promontory that marks the west side of the harbor entrance to Sørvågen. The lighthouse was operational until 1985, and its light characteristic was a yellow flash. The site is now open to the public, although the tower itself remains closed. The nearest port is Moskenes, just 0.1 km away.

Why it matters: The lighthouse's position was essential for mariners navigating into Sørvågen harbor, a significant fishing center.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F
Flash Type
Fixed
Raw Code
F Y

Construction & History

Year Built
1857

Significant events: Inactive since 1985

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white with red lantern
Material
wood

Structure: square wood tower with a large lantern and gallery, attached to the front of a 1-1/2 story keeper's house

Location

City
Moskenes
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Nordland
Sea Region
Located on a promontory marking the west side of the entrance to the harbor of Sørvågen.
Latitude
67.8964°
Longitude
13.0402°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Moskenes(0.1 km)
ARLHS No.
NOR-098
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Glåpen Lighthouse at night?+
Glåpen displays the characteristic F. 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.
Which ports and harbors does Glåpen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Glåpen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Moskenes at 0.1 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Å i Lofoten (1.5 NM WSW), REINE (2.8 NM NNE), Nusfjord (10.9 NM NE), Ramberg (12.2 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Glåpen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Glåpen 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 Glåpen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Glåpen 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.