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Kinnholmen Lighthouse

Fl White/Red/Green 5s🇳🇴Sortland, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kinnholmen Lighthouse

Kinnholmen lighthouse is a 6.5-meter cylindrical fiberglass tower on a small island in Kvæfjord, Norway. The structure, which has a red lantern roof, stands 20 meters above sea level. Its light emits alternating white, red, and green flashes on a 5-second cycle. Situated about 15 kilometers east of Risøyhamn, the site is accessible only by boat. Visitors can access the grounds, but the tower itself is closed to the public. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 13.2 nautical miles.

Why it matters: This lighthouse aids local navigation within Kvæfjord, guiding vessels past the island it occupies with its sector light.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White/Red/Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl WGR 5s
Focal Height
20m
Geographic Range
13.2NM

Location

City
Sortland
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Nordland
Sea Region
Kvæfjord, on the east side of a small island about 15 km east of Risøyhamn.
Latitude
68.9361°
Longitude
15.9883°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Risoyhamn(7.7 km)
Admiralty No.
L3346
NGA No.
12688

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a red lantern roof
Material
fiberglass

Structure: round cylindrical fiberglass tower with lantern and gallery

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kinnholmen Lighthouse at night?+
Kinnholmen displays the characteristic Fl White/Red/Green 5s. 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 Kinnholmen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kinnholmen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Grøtavær at 5.9 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Risøyhamn (7.8 NM WNW), KASFJORD (9.2 NM SE), Borkenes (10.7 NM SSE), Kvæfjord (10.9 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kinnholmen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kinnholmen 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 Kinnholmen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kinnholmen 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.