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Håbranden Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Håbranden Lighthouse

The Håbranden lighthouse is a 7.5 meter pyramidal stone cairn topped with a lantern and gallery. It is situated on a small, rocky islet off the southwestern tip of Vega in Norway's Nordland region. The light emits an occulting white, red, or green signal every 6 seconds, providing directional guidance. This navigational aid has an operational status and a geographic range of 10.2 nautical miles. The site is open to visitors, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for local shipping and fishing vessels navigating the complex waterways near Vega, warning them of the skerry it occupies and other submerged dangers off the island's southwestern coast. Its sector light offers precise guidance, making it indispensable for safe passage in this challenging area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc W R G 6s
Focal Height
9.5m
Geographic Range
10.2NM

Location

City
Vega
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Nordland
Sea Region
skerry off the southwestern tip of Vega
Latitude
65.6098°
Longitude
11.7777°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Igeroy(9.6 km)
Admiralty No.
L2128
NGA No.
9488

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7.5m
Tower Shape
pyramidal
Tower Color
white
Material
stone

Structure: A 7.5m pyramidal stone cairn with lantern and gallery.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Håbranden Lighthouse at night?+
Håbranden 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 Håbranden Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Håbranden Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Vega at 6 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Igerøy (9.7 NM ENE), Brønnøysund (13.4 NM SE), Berg (17.7 NM SE), Tjøtta (20.6 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Håbranden Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Håbranden 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.
What shipping routes pass near Håbranden Lighthouse?+
Håbranden Lighthouse is located within the Baltic Sea trade route — a vital shipping corridor for trade between Scandinavian, German, Polish, and Baltic state ports. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Håbranden Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Håbranden 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.