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Grunnsundholmen Lighthouse

White 5s🇳🇴Eigersund, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Grunnsundholmen Lighthouse

Also known as: Grunnsundholmen (Furasund, Grunnesundsholmen)

The Grunnsundholmen lighthouse is a square, wooden tower built in 1928, standing 6 meters tall. It is situated on a small island in the Furasund, northwest of Eigerøy and near Eigersund. The structure includes a lantern and gallery, with the light positioned 8 meters above sea level. Its geographic range is 6 nautical miles. The lighthouse was operational until 2015. A 1-1/2 story wood house, formerly the keeper's residence, is also on the property.

Why it matters: The lighthouse was important for safe passage through the Furasund, a waterway on the northwest side of Eigerøy, and represents a link to the region's seafaring heritage.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
White 5s
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
from front
Focal Height
8m
Geographic Range
6NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1928

Significant events: Inactive since 2015

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Maurholen(0.8 km)
Admiralty No.
B3188
NGA No.
1968
ARLHS No.
NOR-101

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
wood

Structure: square wood tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Eigersund
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Rogaland
Sea Region
small island in the Furasund, on the northwest side of Eigerøy
Latitude
58.4605°
Longitude
5.9016°

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Grunnsundholmen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Grunnsundholmen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Maurholen at 0.8 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Hellvik (1.4 NM NW), Egersund (2.8 NM E), Eigersund (3.1 NM ESE), Sirevåg (4.5 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Grunnsundholmen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Grunnsundholmen 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 Grunnsundholmen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Grunnsundholmen 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.