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Helløy Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Helløy Lighthouse

The Helløy lighthouse is a square tower with a lantern and gallery, standing 7 meters tall with a focal height of 11 meters. Its white exterior is topped with a red lantern roof. Operating with a white, red, and green light, it emits two occultations every 8 seconds, displaying different colors depending on the direction. This structure is situated on a small island approximately 500 meters southeast of the Mærskjær light. The lighthouse's geographic range is 10.7 nautical miles. While the site is accessible to the public, the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse's directional light, which displays white, red, or green, precisely delineates safe channels and warns mariners of specific dangers. This targeted guidance is indispensable for local shipping and fishing vessels navigating the intricate coastal environment.

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
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Location

City
Røst
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Nordland
Sea Region
Located on a small island about 500 m southeast of the Mærskjær light in Norway.
Latitude
67.5090°
Longitude
12.1422°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Rost(1.7 km)
Admiralty No.
L3014
NGA No.
11848

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
White with a red lantern roof

Structure: square tower with lantern and gallery

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Helløy Lighthouse at night?+
Helløy 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 Helløy Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Helløy Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Røst at 1.5 NM to the W. Other ports served include Værøy (15.7 NM NE), Å i Lofoten (29.5 NM NE), Moskenes (31 NM NE), Helligvær (32.7 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Helløy Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Helløy 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 Helløy Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Helløy 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.