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Gåsøy Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Gåsøy Lighthouse

The Gåsøy lighthouse stands on a small skerry marking the western tip of Gasøy. This 6-meter skeletal tower features a lantern on a platform supported by four piles. Painted white with a red roof, it emits a directional light. The light cycles through white, red, and green flashes every 8 seconds. This aid guides vessels through the channel between Gasøy and Finnøy.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for safe passage through the channel between Gasøy and Finnøy, a route used by local vessels.

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
6m
Geographic Range
8.9NM

Location

City
Ålesund
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Møre og Romsdal
Sea Region
Located on a skerry off the western tip of Gasøy, marking the channel between that island and Finnøy.
Latitude
62.7994°
Longitude
6.5249°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Steinshamn(1.5 km)
Admiralty No.
L0892
NGA No.
6308

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: A 6m structure consisting of a lantern mounted on a platform supported by four piles, painted white with a red roof.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Gåsøy Lighthouse at night?+
Gåsøy 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 Gåsøy Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Gåsøy Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Finnøy at 0.5 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Steinshamn (1.6 NM WSW), Midsund (8.5 NM SSE), Flem (10.6 NM SW), Aukra (10.7 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Gåsøy Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Gåsøy 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 Gåsøy Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Gåsøy 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.