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Kibergneset Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 10s🇳🇴Vardø, NOOperational

Kibergneset lighthouse is situated on a promontory marking the easternmost point of Norway's Varanger Peninsula, approximately 10 km south of Vardø. This 4-meter tall, round concrete tower features a lantern and snow screen, painted white with a red roof, and is mounted on a concrete pad. It stands 67 meters above sea level, emitting a white light that flashes once every 10 seconds. The geographic range of the light is 10 nautical miles. The lighthouse site is accessible to the public, though the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for vessels navigating the Barents Sea, marking the extreme eastern tip of the Varanger Peninsula and providing a reference point for safe passage.

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
67m
Geographic Range
10NM
City
Vardø
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Finnmark
Sea Region
eastern tip of the Varanger Peninsula, on a promontory about 10 km south of Vardø
Latitude
70.2878°
Longitude
31.0535°
Nearest Port
Vardo(4.9 km)
Admiralty No.
L4228
NGA No.
14664
Tower Height
4m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white with a red roof and mounted on a concrete pad
Material
concrete

Structure: A 4m round lantern and snow screen, painted white with a red roof, is mounted on a concrete pad.

Open to public
Site open, tower closed
Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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How do mariners identify Kibergneset Lighthouse at night?+
Kibergneset displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 10s — 2 white flashes every 10 seconds. 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 color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Kibergneset Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kibergneset Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Vardø at 5.3 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Vadsø (29.7 NM WSW), Båtsfjord (33.7 NM NW), Bugøynes (34.8 NM WSW), Jakobsnes (38.6 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kibergneset Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kibergneset 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 Kibergneset Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kibergneset 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.