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Kleppfiskholmen Lighthouse

Oc (3) White/Red/Green 10s🇳🇴Vågan, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kleppfiskholmen Lighthouse

Also known as: Kleppfiskholmen (Osan)

This active lighthouse is a 5-meter cylindrical fiberglass post, painted white with a red lantern roof. It stands on a promontory south of Osan and west of Svolvær. The focal height of the light is 6 meters, with a geographic range of 8.9 nautical miles. Its characteristic is three occulting white, red, or green flashes every 10 seconds, indicating direction. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This light is indispensable for local navigation, warning vessels about the promontory it occupies. Its unique directional light provides critical guidance for ships maneuvering through complex coastal passages.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc (3) White/Red/Green 10s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Oc(3) WRG 10s
Focal Height
6m
Geographic Range
8.9NM

Location

City
Vågan
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Nordland
Sea Region
A promontory south of Osan and west of Svolvær.
Latitude
68.2265°
Longitude
14.5427°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Svolvar(0.3 km)
Admiralty No.
L2882
NGA No.
11512

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
fiberglass

Structure: A 5m round fiberglass post with lantern and gallery, painted white with a red lantern roof.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kleppfiskholmen Lighthouse at night?+
Kleppfiskholmen displays the characteristic Oc (3) White/Red/Green 10s — 3 white/red/green 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/red/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Kleppfiskholmen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kleppfiskholmen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Svolvær Osan at 0.5 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Svolvær (0.6 NM NE), Kabelvåg (1.7 NM SW), Skrova (4.5 NM SE), Brettesnes (7.2 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kleppfiskholmen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kleppfiskholmen 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 Kleppfiskholmen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kleppfiskholmen 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.