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Helgøya Lighthouse

Fl White/Red/Green 6s🇳🇴Karlsøy, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Helgøya Lighthouse

Also known as: Helgøya (Helgøy)

This fiberglass tower, standing 6.5 meters tall, is painted white with three black horizontal bands. It is situated on Skjåholmskjæret, a skerry off the southern tip of Helgøy island, north of Ringvassøya. The lighthouse emits a white, red, or green light on a 6-second cycle, with geographic visibility extending 8.9 nautical miles. This structure replaced an earlier square wood tower. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse warns mariners of the Skjåholmskjæret skerry and guides them through channels around Helgøy and Ringvassøya, with its sector light providing precise guidance to avoid hazards.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl WGR 6s
Focal Height
6m
Geographic Range
8.9NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Replaced a square wood tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with three black horizontal bands
Material
fiberglass

Structure: fiberglass tower colored white with three black horizontal bands

Location

City
Karlsøy
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Troms
Sea Region
Located on Skjåholmskjæret, a skerry off the southern tip of Helgøy, an island lying north of Ringvassøya.
Latitude
70.1092°
Longitude
19.3707°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Karlsoy(12.6 km)
Admiralty No.
L3668
NGA No.
13480
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Helgøya Lighthouse at night?+
Helgøya displays the characteristic Fl 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 Helgøya Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Helgøya Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Dåfjord at 7.6 NM to the S. Other ports served include Torsvåg (8.9 NM NNE), Hansnes (9.9 NM SSE), Stakkvik (11.3 NM SSE), Vannavalen (12.2 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Helgøya Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Helgøya 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 Helgøya Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Helgøya 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.