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Kalvåg Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Kalvåg Lighthouse

This 4-meter octagonal concrete lighthouse, built in 1904, stands on the southeast side of Frøya island. Painted white with a red roof, it emits an occulting white, red, and green light on a 6-second cycle. The structure is mounted on a concrete pad, with the lantern having a focal height of 7 meters. It offers a geographic range of 9.3 nautical miles. The lighthouse guides vessels approaching Kalvåg from the mainland.

Why it matters: The Kalvåg light is essential for guiding ships navigating the approach to Kalvåg from the mainland, with its directional light system ensuring precise guidance.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc WGR 6s
Focal Height
7m
Geographic Range
9.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1904

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
4m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white with a red roof
Material
concrete

Structure: A 4m octagonal lantern, painted white with a red roof, mounted on a concrete pad.

Location

City
Bremanger
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Vestland
Sea Region
Located on the southeast side of the island of Frøya, about 500 m east of the Kalvåg waterfront. This light guides ships approaching Kalvåg from the mainland.
Latitude
61.7688°
Longitude
4.8832°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Dyrstad(7.8 km)
Admiralty No.
L0378.2
NGA No.
5320
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kalvåg Lighthouse at night?+
Kalvåg 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 Kalvåg Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kalvåg Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kalvåg at 0.2 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Iglandsvik (4.1 NM NNE), Dyrstad (7.9 NM E), Botnaneset - Flora (10.5 NM SSE), Vågsvåg (10.9 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kalvåg Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kalvåg 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 Kalvåg Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kalvåg 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.