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Homlungen Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Homlungen Lighthouse

Also known as: Homlungen (Holmlungen)

Homlungen Lighthouse, built in 1867 and first lit the same year, is a white, cylindrical wooden tower standing 12 meters tall. Its focal height is 13 meters, and it emits a white, red, or green light that flashes with a characteristic of one white, red, or green flash every 6 seconds. The structure consists of a square cylindrical wood tower with a lantern and gallery, rising from one corner of a 1-1/2 story wood keeper's house. The lighthouse was altered in 1915, reportedly with the installation of a new lantern. It is located at the southernmost point of Kirkøy, within the Ytre Hvaler National Park.

Why it matters: Homlungen Lighthouse is included in the Ytre Hvaler National Park, serving as a navigational aid for vessels in the waters around Kirkøy.

Background
Homlungen Lighthouse is a fully automated leading lighthouse situated on a skerry in the archipelago municipality of Hvaler, Norway. The lighthouse and surrounding buildings, which include residences, outhouse, a well, and engine house are proposed protected as a national park.

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
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1867
Heritage Status
Included in the Ytre Hvaler National Park

Significant events: altered in 1915, apparently by installation of a new lantern

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Hvaler(0.6 km)
Admiralty No.
B2222
NGA No.
0116
ARLHS No.
NOR-125
Wikipedia
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Wikidata
Q3428819 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
wood

Structure: square cylindrical wood tower with lantern and gallery, rising at one corner of a 1-1/2 story wood keeper's house

Location

City
Hvaler
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Østfold
Sea Region
Located at the southernmost point of Kirkøy, 1 km southwest of Skjærhollen, within the Ytre Hvaler National Park.
Latitude
59.0162°
Longitude
11.0240°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Homlungen Lighthouse at night?+
Homlungen 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 Homlungen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Homlungen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Skjærhalden at 0.3 NM to the E. Other ports served include Hvaler (0.6 NM NE), Utgårdskilen (6.3 NM NW), Strömstad (7 NM SE), Fredrikstad (10.7 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Homlungen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Homlungen 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 Homlungen Lighthouse?+
Homlungen 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 Homlungen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Homlungen 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.