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Herøysund Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Herøysund Lighthouse

This white lighthouse features a red lantern roof and stands 6 meters tall on a platform supported by piles. Its focal height is 4.5 meters, and it emits a light that cycles through white, red, and green every 6 seconds. The structure is located on a reef that marks the approach to Herøy. While the surrounding site is accessible by boat, the tower itself is closed to the public. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 8.2 nautical miles.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for vessels navigating the reef near Herøy, particularly ferries connecting Herøy with Brasøy and Søvik.

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
4.5m
Geographic Range
8.2NM

Location

City
Herøy
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Nordland
Sea Region
Reef on the approach to Herøy
Latitude
65.9622°
Longitude
12.3011°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Heroy(2.8 km)
Admiralty No.
L2170
NGA No.
9624

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Color
White with a red lantern roof
Material
piles and platform

Structure: A 6m structure consisting of a lantern mounted on a platform supported by piles, painted white with a red lantern roof.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Herøysund Lighthouse at night?+
Herøysund 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 Herøysund Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Herøysund Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Herøy at 0.7 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Botn - Sandnessjøen (8.8 NM ENE), Sandnessjøen (8.9 NM ENE), Tjøtta (9.1 NM SSE), Leirfjord (16.7 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Herøysund Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Herøysund 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 Herøysund Lighthouse?+
Herøysund 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 Herøysund Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Herøysund 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.