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Hyseskjæret Lighthouse

Oc (3) White/Red/Green 12s🇳🇴Senja, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Hyseskjæret Lighthouse

Hyseskjæret lighthouse stands on a skerry at the entrance to a protected bay on the south side of Senja. The structure is a 6-meter lantern mounted on a platform supported by piles. It is painted white with a red roof. The light emits three flashes of white, red, or green light in a 12-second cycle. The geographic range of the light is 8.9 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, but the tower is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides vessels safely into and out of the protected bay on Senja's southern coast, warning against the skerry it occupies at the bay's entrance.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc (3) White/Red/Green 12s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Oc(3) WRG 12s
Focal Height
6m
Geographic Range
8.9NM

Location

City
Senja
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Troms
Sea Region
on a skerry in the entrance to a protected bay on the south side of Senja
Latitude
69.1379°
Longitude
17.3941°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Torsken(13.5 km)
Admiralty No.
L3398
NGA No.
12804

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Color
white with a red roof

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

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hyseskjæret Lighthouse at night?+
Hyseskjæret displays the characteristic Oc (3) White/Red/Green 12s — 3 white/red/green flashes every 12 seconds. 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 Hyseskjæret Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hyseskjæret Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Dyrøyhamn at 7.6 NM to the S. Other ports served include Espenesbogen (7.8 NM E), Skrolsvik (13.1 NM WSW), Torsken (13.6 NM NNW), Finnsnes (13.8 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hyseskjæret Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hyseskjæret 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 Hyseskjæret Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hyseskjæret 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.