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Innholmen Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Innholmen Lighthouse

This lighthouse stands on a small island off the northwestern tip of Lepsøya. The octagonal fiberglass tower, standing 6 meters tall, is painted with black and white horizontal bands and features a red roof. Its focal height is 18 meters, casting a light visible for 12.7 nautical miles. The light emits two white, red, or green flashes every 8 seconds, with the color depending on the approach. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: This light helps vessels navigate the waters around Lepsøya, offering precise guidance through its directional colored light.

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
18m
Geographic Range
12.7NM

Location

City
Haram
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Møre og Romsdal
Sea Region
A small island off the northwestern tip of Lepsøya
Latitude
62.6363°
Longitude
6.1761°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Haram(2.8 km)
Admiralty No.
L0860
NGA No.
6236

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
black and white horizontal bands with a red roof
Material
fiberglass

Structure: octagonal fiberglass tower colored with black and white horizontal bands and a red roof

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Innholmen Lighthouse at night?+
Innholmen 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 Innholmen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Innholmen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is LONGVA at 3.1 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Flem (3.2 NM NNE), Sövik (6 NM SSE), Gjøsundet (6.3 NM S), Brattvåg (7.6 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Innholmen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Innholmen 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 Innholmen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Innholmen 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.