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Hysholmen Lighthouse

Oc (2) White/Red/Green 8s🇳🇴Tromsø, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Hysholmen Lighthouse

This 6-meter fiberglass tower stands on a skerry in the Sandøyfjord, marking the passage between Sandøya and Ringvassøya. Its square structure is painted white with three black horizontal bands. The focal height of the light is 13 meters, and it has a geographic range of 11.3 nautical miles. The light shows two white, red, or green flashes every 8 seconds, depending on the direction of approach. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse guides vessels through the Sandøyfjord passage, with its directional light providing precise warnings for this channel. Its modern fiberglass construction ensures longevity in its exposed location.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc (2) White/Red/Green 8s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Oc(2) WRG 8s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Replacement of previous square wooden tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white with three black horizontal bands
Material
fiberglass

Structure: fiberglass tower colored white with three black horizontal bands

Location

City
Tromsø
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Troms
Sea Region
skerry in the Sandøyfjord, marking the passage between the island of Sandøya and Ringvassøya
Latitude
70.0116°
Longitude
18.5628°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Tromvik(14.1 km)
Admiralty No.
L3604
NGA No.
13328
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hysholmen Lighthouse at night?+
Hysholmen displays the characteristic Oc (2) White/Red/Green 8s — 2 white/red/green flashes every 8 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 Hysholmen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hysholmen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Vengsøy at 10.7 NM to the S. Other ports served include Bellvika (14.3 NM SSE), Tromvik (14.5 NM SSW), Dåfjord (17.3 NM E), Kaldfjord (20 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hysholmen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hysholmen 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 Hysholmen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hysholmen 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.