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Kinnesund Lighthouse

Oc (2) White/Red/Green 8s🇳🇴Kinn, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kinnesund Lighthouse

This 5.5-meter metal tower, painted white with a red lantern roof, stands on a promontory on the east side of Kinn. Its focal height is 8 meters above sea level. The lighthouse emits an occulting white, red, or green light, with two flashes in a cycle of 8 seconds, providing directional guidance. The geographic range of the light is 9.7 nautical miles. The structure features a lantern and gallery, and the nearest port, Floro, is 7.9 kilometers away.

Why it matters: Kinnesund lighthouse helps guide vessels around the eastern side of Kinn, a point of potential hazard. Its directional light, which changes color, offers specific navigational warnings and safe passage indicators depending on the approach.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc (2) White/Red/Green 8s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Oc(2) WRG 8s
Focal Height
8m
Geographic Range
9.7NM

Location

City
Kinn
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Vestland
Sea Region
A promontory on the east side of Kinn
Latitude
61.5614°
Longitude
4.7694°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
5.5m
Tower Shape
lantern
Tower Color
White with a red lantern roof
Material
metal

Structure: A 5.5m tower with lantern and gallery, painted white with a red lantern roof.

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Floro(7.9 km)
Admiralty No.
L0306
NGA No.
5088
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kinnesund Lighthouse at night?+
Kinnesund displays the characteristic Oc (2) White/Red/Green 8s — 2 white/red/green flashes every 8 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/red/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Kinnesund Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kinnesund Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Gunhildvågen at 6.7 NM to the E. Other ports served include Flora (7.9 NM ENE), Florø (7.9 NM ENE), Botnaneset - Flora (9.1 NM ENE), Kalvåg (12.7 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kinnesund Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kinnesund 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 Kinnesund Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kinnesund 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.