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Innerholmen Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Innerholmen Lighthouse

Innerholmen Lighthouse stands on a square tower measuring 6 meters in height. The tower, painted white with a red lantern roof, supports a structure with a lantern and gallery. Its light reaches a focal height of 13 meters and has a geographic range of 11.3 nautical miles. The light characteristic is an occulting white, red, and green signal with a 6-second cycle. This lighthouse is located on an island approximately 5 kilometers east-northeast of Ytterholmen, near the municipality of Herøy.

Why it matters: The lighthouse offers directional guidance for vessels navigating the waters east-northeast of Ytterholmen, aiding passage around its island location.

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
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Location

City
Herøy
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Nordland
Sea Region
An island about 5 km east northeast of Ytterholmen.
Latitude
66.0309°
Longitude
11.7947°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white with a red lantern roof

Structure: square tower with lantern and gallery

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Heroy(11.4 km)
Admiralty No.
L2314
NGA No.
10068
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Innerholmen Lighthouse at night?+
Innerholmen 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 Innerholmen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Innerholmen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Herøy at 12.5 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Tjøtta (20.1 NM SE), Sandnessjøen (20.5 NM E), Botn - Sandnessjøen (21 NM E), Igerøy (22.7 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Innerholmen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Innerholmen 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 Innerholmen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Innerholmen 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.