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Hestabakken Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Hestabakken Lighthouse

A 7-meter concrete post supporting a lantern and gallery guides vessels on the east side of the Grimstadfjord, opposite Mathopen. The structure features a white foundation with yellow upper sections and a red lantern roof. Its light emits white, red, and green flashes on a 6-second cycle, with a geographic range of 8.9 nautical miles. The tower stands 6 meters above sea level. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This light helps vessels navigate the Grimstadfjord, providing directional guidance with its multi-colored signal. Its position opposite Mathopen suggests it marks a critical channel or hazard within the waterway.

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

Location

City
Bergen
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Vestland
Sea Region
east side of the Grimstadfjord opposite Mathopen
Latitude
60.3412°
Longitude
5.2390°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Straume(1.5 km)
Admiralty No.
B3807
NGA No.
3584

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Color
yellow above with a white foundation
Material
concrete

Structure: A 7m concrete post with lantern and gallery, painted white with a red lantern roof.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hestabakken Lighthouse at night?+
Hestabakken 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 Hestabakken Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hestabakken Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Straume at 2 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Brattholmen (2.3 NM WNW), Skålevik (2.5 NM N), GODVIK (2.6 NM NW), Knarrevik (3 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hestabakken Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hestabakken 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 Hestabakken Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hestabakken 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.