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Halten Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇳🇴Frøya, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Halten Lighthouse

Built of stone in 1875, Halten Lighthouse stands 30 meters tall with a focal height of 39 meters. Its white tower features two narrow black horizontal bands. Originally constructed as one of a pair of lighthouses at Lista in 1853, it was dismantled in 1874 and rebuilt at its current location on an island in the Norwegian Sea the following year. The light flashes white every 4 seconds, visible for 16.9 nautical miles. The lighthouse is located on an island about 40 kilometers northeast of Mausund, within the Froan island chain. It served as a staffed lighthouse until 2004.

Why it matters: Halten Lighthouse's relocation from Lista in 1875 highlights its importance for maritime navigation in a new shipping lane. It guides vessels through the waters of the Froan islands.

Background
Halten Lighthouse is a coastal lighthouse in Frøya Municipality in Trøndelag county, Norway. The lighthouse is situated in the now uninhabited fishing village of Halten. It was first lit in 1875, and it is the northernmost of the chain of lighthouses marking the string of islands called Froan north of Frøya. The lighthouses include Sula Lighthouse in south, Vingleia Lighthouse, Finnvær Lighthouse, and finally Halten Lighthouse. The lighthouse emits the morse code letter T (—) as a racon signal.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
39m
Light Range
17.5NM (32.4 km)
Geographic Range
16.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1875

Significant events: Originally built as one of the twin lighthouses at Lista in 1853, dismantled in 1874, rebuilt at Halten in 1875, fishing village evacuated after 1963 fire, staffed until 2004

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
30m
Tower Color
white with two narrow black horizontal bands
Material
stone

Structure: stone tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Frøya
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Trøndelag
Sea Region
on an island in the Norwegian Sea about 40 km northeast of Mausund
Latitude
64.1727°
Longitude
9.4048°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Roan(21.0 km)
Admiralty No.
L1550
NGA No.
115-8176
ARLHS No.
NOR-106
Wikipedia
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Wikidata
Q1774734 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Halten Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 39 meters and a nominal range of 17.5 nautical miles (approximately 32.4 km), Halten is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. Lights of this range are typically used as landfall lights by vessels approaching from the open sea.
How do mariners identify Halten Lighthouse at night?+
Halten displays the characteristic Fl White 4s. 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 color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Halten Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Halten Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Froan at 14.2 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Stokksund (18.9 NM ESE), Herfjord (19.5 NM ESE), Lysøysund (21 NM SE), Vallersund (21.4 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Halten Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Halten 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 Halten Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Halten 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.