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Hovden Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Hovden Lighthouse

The Hovden lighthouse is a 7-meter tall cylindrical fiberglass tower, situated at a focal height of 8 meters. Its light displays an Oc WRG 6s characteristic, cycling through white, red, and green sectors every 6 seconds. This structure, with a white lantern and red roof, and a round gallery, was constructed around 2016. The light station began operation in 1897, and its light was moved to the north side of the Hovden harbor entrance, on a mole. The light's visibility extends 9.7 nautical miles.

Why it matters: The lighthouse functions as a navigation aid marking the Hovden harbor entrance. Its colored sectors inform local mariners about safe navigation channels.

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
8m
Geographic Range
9.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2016
First Lit
1897

Significant events: Station established 1897, original light on south side, current tower built around 2016

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Myre-Oksnes(12.3 km)
Admiralty No.
L3178
NGA No.
12332

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
White lantern with a red roof
Material
fiberglass

Structure: round tower with a round fiberglass lantern and gallery

Location

City
Bø
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Nordland
Sea Region
Entrance to Hovden, on a mole on the north side
Latitude
68.8184°
Longitude
14.5568°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hovden Lighthouse at night?+
Hovden 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 Hovden Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hovden Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Eidet at 5.1 NM to the S. Other ports served include Kobbvågen (5.1 NM S), Straumsjøen (7.4 NM SSW), Straumsnes (10.2 NM S), MYRE (12.4 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hovden Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hovden 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 Hovden Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hovden 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.