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Ivarsbraken Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Ivarsbraken Lighthouse

This white concrete lighthouse stands 8.5 meters tall on a skerry approximately 3 kilometers north of Brynjulfskjær. It features a red lantern roof and emits two white, red, or green flashes every 8 seconds. The focal height reaches 11.5 meters, providing a geographic range of 10.9 nautical miles. The site is open to visitors, but the tower remains closed. The nearest port is Igeroy, 14.4 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for local navigation, warning mariners about the skerry and guiding them through waterways north of Brynjulfskjær. Its sector light system provides precise guidance in this potentially hazardous coastal environment with numerous small islands.

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) W R G 8s
Focal Height
11.5m
Geographic Range
10.9NM

Location

City
Vega
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Nordland
Sea Region
a skerry 3 km north of Brynjulfskjær
Latitude
65.6761°
Longitude
11.5470°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Igeroy(14.4 km)
Admiralty No.
L2114
NGA No.
9460

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a red lantern roof
Material
concrete

Structure: An 8.5m white concrete post with a lantern and gallery, featuring a red lantern roof.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ivarsbraken Lighthouse at night?+
Ivarsbraken 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 Ivarsbraken Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ivarsbraken Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Vega at 11.3 NM to the E. Other ports served include Igerøy (14.4 NM E), Brønnøysund (20.3 NM SE), Tjøtta (23.5 NM ENE), Berg (24.4 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ivarsbraken Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ivarsbraken 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.
What shipping routes pass near Ivarsbraken Lighthouse?+
Ivarsbraken Lighthouse is located within the Baltic Sea trade route — a vital shipping corridor for trade between Scandinavian, German, Polish, and Baltic state ports. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Ivarsbraken Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ivarsbraken 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.