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Øisundet Lighthouse

Fl White/Red/Green 5s🇳🇴Solund, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Øisundet Lighthouse

Also known as: Øisundet (Øyasundet)

This skeletal metal tower stands 12 meters tall on a small island north of Ytre Sula, facing the Norwegian Sea. Its four straight piles are painted black, supporting a white lantern with a red roof. The light emits a white, red, or green signal every 5 seconds, with a focal height of 14 meters. The tower's geographic range is 11.6 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed to visitors. The nearest port is Lutelandet, 12.5 kilometers away.

Why it matters: Øisundet lighthouse is important for maritime safety, especially for vessels navigating north of Ytre Sula. Its directional light, changing color based on approach, offers specific guidance to avoid hazards and maintain proper courses.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White/Red/Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W R G 5s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Location

City
Solund
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Vestland
Sea Region
Norwegian Sea, on a small island just north of Ytre Sula.
Latitude
61.0918°
Longitude
4.6828°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Lutelandet(12.5 km)
Admiralty No.
L0160
NGA No.
4664

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
black
Material
metal

Structure: A 12m lantern and gallery are mounted on four straight piles. The piles are painted black, and the lantern is white with a red roof.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Øisundet Lighthouse at night?+
Øisundet displays the characteristic Fl White/Red/Green 5s. 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 Øisundet Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Øisundet Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ytrøy at 0.5 NM to the S. Other ports served include Solund (4.6 NM ESE), BULANDET (11.7 NM N), Kollsnes Øst (12 NM SSE), Lutelandet (12.6 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Øisundet Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Øisundet 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 Øisundet Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Øisundet 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.