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Gunnarnes Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Gunnarnes Lighthouse

The Gunnarnes Lighthouse, located in Finnmark, Norway, near Måsøy, is a cylindrical fiberglass tower. Measuring 11 meters in height, it is painted white and features a red roof and lantern. This structure, which replaced an earlier short skeletal tower, has a focal height of 11 meters. The light characteristic is Oc(2) WRG 8s, with a geographic range of 10.7 nautical miles. Access to the site is permitted, but the tower is not open to visitors. It is situated on the east side of Rolvsøy.

Why it matters: This lighthouse serves as a navigation aid for maritime traffic in the waters around Rolvsøy, marking the approach to Gunnarnes.

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
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Earlier light, a short skeletal tower, replaced by current structure

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a red roof
Material
fiberglass

Structure: round fiberglass tower with lantern and gallery colored white with a red roof

Location

City
Måsøy
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Finnmark
Sea Region
Gunnarnes, a village on the east side of Rolvsøy
Latitude
70.9922°
Longitude
24.1290°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Ingoy(5.6 km)
ARLHS No.
NOR-430
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Gunnarnes Lighthouse at night?+
Gunnarnes 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 Gunnarnes Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Gunnarnes Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Tufjorden at 4.5 NM to the W. Other ports served include Ingøy (5.6 NM NNW), Havøysund (10.4 NM E), Snefjord (14.4 NM SE), Forsøl (17.7 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Gunnarnes Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Gunnarnes 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 Gunnarnes Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Gunnarnes 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.