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Haugjegla Lighthouse

Oc red 8s🇳🇴Smøla, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Haugjegla Lighthouse

Also known as: Haugjegla (Hauggjegla, Veiholmen)

Haugjegla Lighthouse, built in 1922, is a 28-meter tall cylindrical concrete and cast iron tower. Its exterior is painted red with a single white horizontal band. The lighthouse displays a red light with two white and green flashes on a 6-second cycle, visible for 14.5 nautical miles. The structure incorporates keeper's quarters into its round concrete base, forming a self-contained unit. It is located near Smøla, with the nearest port 12.5 kilometers away.

Why it matters: Its continued operation since 1922 underscores its role in ensuring safe passage for maritime traffic in this region known for challenging geography and weather.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc red 8s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
red
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Oc.(2)W.R.G
Focal Height
26m
Geographic Range
14.5NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1922

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Smola(12.5 km)
Admiralty No.
L1362
NGA No.
7488
ARLHS No.
NOR-109

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
28m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red with one white horizontal band
Material
concrete, cast iron

Structure: round cylindrical cast iron tower with lantern and gallery, incorporating keeper's quarters, mounted on a round concrete base

Location

City
Smøla
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Møre og Romsdal
Latitude
63.5332°
Longitude
7.9625°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Haugjegla Lighthouse at night?+
Haugjegla displays the characteristic Oc red 8s. 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Haugjegla Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Haugjegla Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Smøla at 5.1 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Vikan - Smøla (11.3 NM SE), STRAUMEN (12.6 NM SSE), Nordskaget - Frøya (19.2 NM NE), Tjeldbergodden (20.5 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Haugjegla Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Haugjegla 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 Haugjegla Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Haugjegla 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.