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Helgøy Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Helgøy Lighthouse

This 5-meter concrete lighthouse is painted white and topped with a red lantern roof. It stands on Helgøy island, marking the narrow entrance to Eikefjord, a location approximately 15 kilometers east of Florø. The structure features a round concrete post supporting a lantern and gallery. Its light emits two flashes, cycling through white, red, and green colors every 8 seconds. The geographic range of the light is 8.9 nautical miles.

Why it matters: The Helgøy lighthouse is essential for vessels navigating the Eikefjord, guiding them through its constricted entrance with a directional light system that delineates safe channels.

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
6m
Geographic Range
8.9NM

Location

City
Kinn
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Vestland
Sea Region
Located on Helgøy, marking the narrow entrance to the Eikefjord, about 15 km east of Florø.
Latitude
61.6084°
Longitude
5.2422°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
5m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white with a red lantern roof
Material
concrete

Structure: A 5m concrete post with lantern and gallery, painted white with a red lantern roof.

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Floro(6.1 km)
Admiralty No.
L0327
NGA No.
5136
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Helgøy Lighthouse at night?+
Helgøy 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 Helgøy Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Helgøy Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Botnaneset - Flora at 5 NM to the W. Other ports served include Florø (5.9 NM W), Flora (6 NM W), Eikefjord (6.6 NM ESE), Gunhildvågen (7.1 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Helgøy Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Helgøy 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 Helgøy Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Helgøy 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.