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Åkervågen Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Åkervågen Lighthouse

This lighthouse is situated on the south side of the entrance to Åkervågen, a fjord leading to Åker on the north side of Dønna. The structure consists of a 5-meter lantern, painted white with a red roof, atop a stone base. Its operational light emits white, red, or green signals on a 6-second cycle, providing directional guidance. The geographic range of the light is 8.9 nautical miles. This navigational aid is located in the Nordland region of Norway.

Why it matters: The lighthouse offers directional guidance with its variable light colors, ensuring safe passage for vessels entering the Åkervågen fjord from the sea.

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
6m
Geographic Range
8.9NM

Location

City
Dønna
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Nordland
Sea Region
South side of the entrance to the Åkervågen, the fjord leading to Åker, on the north side of Dønna.
Latitude
66.1660°
Longitude
12.5561°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Color
white with a red roof
Material
stone

Structure: A 5m lantern, painted white with a red roof, mounted on a stone base.

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sandnessjoen(8.6 km)
Admiralty No.
L2284
NGA No.
9840
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Åkervågen Lighthouse at night?+
Åkervågen 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 Åkervågen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Åkervågen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sandnessjøen at 8.9 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Botn - Sandnessjøen (10.2 NM SSE), Vikholmen (10.2 NM ENE), Nesna (11.4 NM E), Leirfjord (11.8 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Åkervågen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Åkervågen 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 Åkervågen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Åkervågen 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.