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Kjølva Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Kjølva Lighthouse

This lighthouse is a 6-meter concrete post painted white with a red lantern roof. It stands near the base of a cliff at the northwestern tip of Senja island, close to the 134-meter-high Kjølva peak. The focal height of the light is 29 meters, and it has a geographic range of 15.1 nautical miles. The light emits white, red, and green flashes in a 5-second cycle. The nearest port is Ersfjord, located 3.5 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for vessels navigating the hazardous waters around the sharp cape and cliffs of Kjølva peak, with its sector light providing precise directional guidance.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White/Red/Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl WRG 5s
Focal Height
29m
Geographic Range
15.1NM

Location

City
Senja
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Troms
Sea Region
Located at the base of a cliff near the spectacular Kjølva peak, which rises 134 meters above the sea at the tip of a sharp cape on the northwestern tip of Senja.
Latitude
69.4662°
Longitude
17.2232°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
White with red lantern roof
Material
concrete

Structure: A 6m concrete post with lantern and gallery, painted white with a red lantern roof.

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Ersfjord(3.5 km)
Admiralty No.
L3534
NGA No.
13144
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kjølva Lighthouse at night?+
Kjølva 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 Kjølva Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kjølva Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Skaland at 1.9 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include ERSFJORD (3.5 NM ENE), Senjahopen (5.9 NM ENE), Gryllefjord (7.7 NM SSW), Torsken (8 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kjølva Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kjølva 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 Kjølva Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kjølva 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.