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Helgøysund Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Helgøysund Lighthouse

The Helgøysund lighthouse is a 6-meter concrete post, painted white, with a gallery and lantern. The lantern roof is red. This station began operation in 1888. It displays an occulting light with a 6-second cycle, showing white, red, and green flashes, serving as a marker for vessels. The structure is located on the eastern end of Talge island, south of the causeway to Nedsttun island. The location can be reached by boat, but the tower itself is not open for visits.

Why it matters: The Helgøysund lighthouse marks the waterway between Talge and Nedsttun islands, especially near the connecting bridge, helping to avoid groundings.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc WRG 6s
Focal Height
6m
Geographic Range
8.9NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1888

Significant events: station established 1888

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: A 6m concrete post with lantern and gallery, painted white with a red lantern roof.

Location

City
Stavanger
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Rogaland
Sea Region
Located on the eastern tip of Talge, a short distance south of the bridge linking Talge to the neighboring island of Nedsttun.
Latitude
59.2237°
Longitude
5.8392°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Ombo(3.1 km)
Admiralty No.
B3354
NGA No.
2444
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Helgøysund Lighthouse at night?+
Helgøysund 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 Helgøysund Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Helgøysund Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ombo at 3.1 NM to the E. Other ports served include Judaberg (3.4 NM SSE), Espevik (7.7 NM NW), FISKA (8.2 NM SE), Breiviga (8.3 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Helgøysund Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Helgøysund 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 Helgøysund Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Helgøysund 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.