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Kattskjær Lighthouse

Iso White/Red/Green 6s🇳🇴Steigen, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kattskjær Lighthouse

A 7-meter concrete post, painted white with a red lantern roof, marks the Flatsund passage near Steigen. The lighthouse has a focal height of 7.5 meters and provides an isophase white, red, and green light every 6 seconds, with a geographic range of 9.5 nautical miles. Located on a skerry in Flatsund, which separates Engeløya from the mainland, the site is open to visitors but the tower is not accessible.

Why it matters: The Kattskjær lighthouse serves as a navigation aid for safe transit through the Flatsund. It warns vessels of the skerry and shallow areas within this narrow waterway, facilitating reliable passage for fishing boats and other craft on this coastal route.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Iso WRG 6s
Focal Height
7.5m
Geographic Range
9.5NM

Location

City
Steigen
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Nordland
Sea Region
A skerry in the Flatsund, separating Engeløya from the mainland.
Latitude
67.9112°
Longitude
15.1047°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Skrova(18.2 km)
Admiralty No.
L2664
NGA No.
11008

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Color
white with a red lantern roof
Material
concrete

Structure: A 7m concrete post with lantern and gallery, painted white with a red lantern roof.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kattskjær Lighthouse at night?+
Kattskjær displays the characteristic Iso 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 Kattskjær Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kattskjær Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Bogøy at 1.9 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Leines (13.1 NM SW), Skrova (18.2 NM NNW), Innhavet (18.6 NM E), Brettesnes (20.1 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kattskjær Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kattskjær 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 Kattskjær Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kattskjær 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.