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Jakobsflesa Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Jakobsflesa Lighthouse

This 12-meter concrete post lighthouse is painted white and features a lantern with a red roof. It stands approximately 8 kilometers south of Sklinna, Norway, aiding navigation around a group of small islands. The lighthouse emits a white, red, or green light in a sequence of one flash every five seconds. The color of the light indicates safe passage based on a vessel's direction. The site is accessible by boat, though the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: The lighthouse's sector light provides precise directional guidance, helping vessels navigate channels and avoid grounding on the nearby islands, which is essential for local shipping and fishing fleets.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White/Red/Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl WRG 5s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Location

City
Nærøysund
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Trøndelag
Sea Region
Aids navigation around a group of small islands located approximately 8 km south of Sklinna, Norway.
Latitude
65.1267°
Longitude
10.9779°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Rorvik(17.4 km)
Admiralty No.
L1934
NGA No.
9096

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: A 12m concrete post with lantern and gallery, painted white with a red lantern roof.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Jakobsflesa Lighthouse at night?+
Jakobsflesa 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 Jakobsflesa Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Jakobsflesa Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Djupvik at 15.4 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Rørvik (17.2 NM SSE), Ottersøy (17.4 NM SSE), Ottersøya (17.9 NM SSE), Leka (19.4 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Jakobsflesa Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Jakobsflesa 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 Jakobsflesa Lighthouse?+
Jakobsflesa 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 Jakobsflesa Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Jakobsflesa 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.