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Hindøysund Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Hindøysund Lighthouse

The Hindøysund lighthouse, first lit in 1900, marks a narrow passage off the northwest coast of Atløy. This 11-meter-high structure features a white lantern with a red roof, mounted on a pile-supported platform. Its light emits an occulting white, green, or red signal on a 6-second cycle, visible for 9.3 nautical miles. The tower is closed to the public, but the site is accessible by boat. The lighthouse's location near Askvoll serves maritime traffic in the Vestland region of Norway.

Why it matters: The Hindøysund lighthouse is important for safe passage through the constricted channel off Atløy, benefiting local fishing and coastal shipping. Its distinctive directional light aids navigation in these waters.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc WGR 6s
Focal Height
7m
Geographic Range
9.3NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1900

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Color
white with a red roof

Structure: An 11m lantern is mounted on a platform supported by piles. The lantern is painted white with a red roof.

Location

City
Askvoll
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Vestland
Sea Region
a narrow passage off the northwest coast of Atløy
Latitude
61.3712°
Longitude
4.8947°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Askvoll(5.1 km)
Admiralty No.
L0264
NGA No.
4948
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hindøysund Lighthouse at night?+
Hindøysund 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 Hindøysund Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hindøysund Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Atløy at 1.3 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Lutelandet (7.9 NM SSE), BULANDET (9.1 NM SW), Gunhildvågen (12.9 NM NNE), Florø (14.1 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hindøysund Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hindøysund 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 Hindøysund Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hindøysund 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.