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Jarsteinen Lighthouse

Iso White/Red/Green 4s🇳🇴Karmøy, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Jarsteinen Lighthouse

The Jarsteinen lighthouse is a fiberglass tower built in 2021 and stands 6 meters tall, with its light positioned 28 meters above sea level. It displays an isophase white, green, or red light that cycles every 4 seconds, visible for 14.9 nautical miles. The tower is painted white with two black horizontal bands, and its lantern roof is red. This modern structure replaced an earlier light at the same location off the southwestern tip of Karmøy, Norway. Its nearest port is Skudeneshavn, 2.8 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for guiding vessels around the southwestern tip of Karmøy, where the coastline and islands present navigational challenges. Its directional light offers precise guidance to local shipping and fishing fleets.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso White/Red/Green 4s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Iso WGR 4s
Focal Height
28m
Geographic Range
14.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2021

Significant events: Replaced an earlier light in 2021

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Skudeneshavn(2.8 km)
Admiralty No.
B3520
NGA No.
2740

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Color
white with two black horizontal bands, lantern roof red
Material
fiberglass

Structure: fiberglass tower with lantern, colored white with two black horizontal bands; lantern roof is red

Location

City
Karmøy
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Rogaland
Sea Region
North end of an island off the southwestern tip of Karmøy, Norway
Latitude
59.1520°
Longitude
5.1742°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Jarsteinen Lighthouse at night?+
Jarsteinen displays the characteristic Iso White/Red/Green 4s. 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 Jarsteinen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Jarsteinen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Skudeneshavn at 2.7 NM to the E. Other ports served include Åkrehamn (5.9 NM N), Hå (6.9 NM N), Sævlandsvik (6.9 NM N), Vedavågen (8.9 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Jarsteinen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Jarsteinen 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 Jarsteinen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Jarsteinen 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.