Get the MarineRadar appSatellite AISSatellite live trackingTrack any shipLive alerts112,000+ ships trackedDownload free

Kløvholmen Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Kløvholmen Lighthouse

Kløvholmen lighthouse is a 9.5-meter concrete post situated on a skerry off the northwest coast of Været. The structure is painted white and features a red lantern roof. Its light emits two white, red, or green flashes every 8 seconds. The focal height of the light is 10.5 meters, providing a geographic range of 10.5 nautical miles. This lighthouse is accessible by boat, with the site open to visitors though the tower remains closed. The nearest port is Valsneset, located 4.6 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for safe navigation off the northwest coast of Været, specifically warning mariners about the skerry it occupies. Its directional light system aids vessels in avoiding this hazard and navigating the complex coastal waters.

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
10.5m
Light Range
6.8NM (12.6 km)
Geographic Range
10.5NM

Location

City
Ørland
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Trøndelag
Sea Region
a skerry off the northwest coast of Været
Latitude
63.8304°
Longitude
9.4646°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Valsneset(4.6 km)
Admiralty No.
L1574
NGA No.
8228
Wikidata
Q30306545 →
OpenStreetMap
View on OSM →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9.5m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white with red lantern roof
Material
concrete

Structure: A 9.5m concrete 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
Dist.
Live tracking · 50,000+ mariners

Find Kløvholmen Lighthouse on the live nautical map

Plan voyages near Norway, see nearby vessels in real time, and explore 14,900+ navigation aids in the app.

Nautical mapNearby vesselsVoyage planning
Get the App

Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Kløvholmen Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 10.5 meters and a nominal range of 6.8 nautical miles (approximately 12.6 km), Kløvholmen is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. As a shorter-range light, it primarily serves nearshore and coastal traffic.
How do mariners identify Kløvholmen Lighthouse at night?+
Kløvholmen 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 Kløvholmen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kløvholmen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Valsneset at 4.6 NM to the E. Other ports served include Uthaug (6.9 NM SSE), Vallersund (7.6 NM E), Bjugn (8.4 NM ESE), Brekstad (10.2 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kløvholmen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kløvholmen 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 Kløvholmen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kløvholmen 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.