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Kabelvåg Lighthouse

Oc White/Red/Green 6s🇳🇴Vågan, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kabelvåg Lighthouse

The Kabelvåg Lighthouse is situated on a skerry at the southern entrance to Kabelvåg harbor in Norway's Nordland region. First lit in 1892, this 7-meter fiberglass post structure features a gallery and lantern, painted white with a single black horizontal band and a red lantern roof. It emits an occulting white, red, and green light that cycles every 6 seconds, visible for nearly 10 nautical miles. The skerry is linked to the mainland by a causeway, making the lighthouse easily accessible. The town of Kabelvåg, with about 2300 residents, relies on this light for safe maritime access.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides vessels into Kabelvåg harbor, a key location for the local fishing fleet, using a distinctive directional light system that aids safe passage.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc WRG 6s
Focal Height
8m
Geographic Range
9.7NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1892

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Svolvar(1.8 km)
Admiralty No.
L2884
NGA No.
11516
ARLHS No.
NOR-131

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Color
white with one black horizontal band

Structure: A 7m fiberglass post with lantern and gallery, painted white with one black horizontal band, and a red lantern roof.

Location

City
Vågan
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Nordland
Sea Region
Located on a skerry at the southern entrance to the harbor of Kabelvåg, a fishing town of about 2300 residents. The skerry is connected to the mainland by a causeway.
Latitude
68.2084°
Longitude
14.4900°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kabelvåg Lighthouse at night?+
Kabelvåg displays the characteristic Oc White/Red/Green 6s. 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 Kabelvåg Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kabelvåg Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kabelvåg at 0.2 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Svolvær Osan (1.8 NM NNE), Svolvær (2.2 NM NE), Skrova (4.7 NM ESE), Henningsvær (7.4 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kabelvåg Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kabelvåg 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 Kabelvåg Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kabelvåg 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.