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Handnesholmen Lighthouse

Oc White/Red/Green 6s🇳🇴Nesna, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Handnesholmen Lighthouse

This lighthouse features a 4-meter octagonal lantern structure, painted white with a red roof, built upon a stone foundation. It is located on the southwestern tip of a small island situated off the southwest end of Handnesøya, approximately 1 km southwest of the Hannesøy ferry terminal. The light displays an occulting white, green, or red signal every 6 seconds. Its focal height is 6.5 meters, with a geographic range of 9.1 nautical miles. The site is accessible to the public, but the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: The directional light of Handnesholmen lighthouse precisely marks the small island it occupies, aiding vessels navigating the busy coastal waters near the Hannesøy ferry terminal.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc WGR 6s
Focal Height
6.5m
Geographic Range
9.1NM

Location

City
Nesna
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Nordland
Sea Region
Located at the southwestern tip of a small island off the southwestern end of Handnesøya, about 1 km southwest of the Hannesøy ferry terminal.
Latitude
66.2269°
Longitude
12.9049°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Nesna(2.9 km)
Admiralty No.
L2236
NGA No.
9752

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white with a red roof
Material
stone

Structure: A 4m octagonal lantern, painted white with a red roof, mounted on a stone foundation.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Handnesholmen Lighthouse at night?+
Handnesholmen displays the characteristic Oc White/Red/Green 6s. 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 Handnesholmen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Handnesholmen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Vikholmen at 2.2 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Nesna (3.1 NM ESE), Stokkvågen (7.2 NM NNE), Austvika (8.4 NM ESE), Leirfjord (10.7 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Handnesholmen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Handnesholmen 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 Handnesholmen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Handnesholmen 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.