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Kopervik Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Kopervik Lighthouse

Also known as: Kopervik (Kobbernaglen)

The Kopervik Lighthouse stands on a rocky reef at the entrance to Kopervik harbor. First lit in 1863, this stone tower is 8 meters tall and has a focal height of 8 meters. It features a cylindrical, white structure with a red roof and a lantern gallery. The lighthouse emits an occulting white, red, and green light, with two flashes every 8 seconds, indicating specific approach directions. Its operational status continues to guide vessels navigating this coastal area.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is indispensable for safe passage into Kopervik harbor, particularly given its location on a rocky reef at the entrance. Its unique directional light, displaying white, red, or green depending on the specific approach, precisely guides ships through the narrow, potentially hazardous channels.

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

Construction & History

First Lit
1863

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a red roof
Material
stone

Structure: round solid stone tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Karmøy
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Rogaland
Sea Region
rocky reef in the entrance to the harbor of Kopervik
Latitude
59.2895°
Longitude
5.3182°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kopervik(0.3 km)
ARLHS No.
NOR-140
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kopervik Lighthouse at night?+
Kopervik 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 Kopervik Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kopervik Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kopervik at 0.3 NM to the S. Other ports served include Byggnes - Karmøy (0.8 NM NW), Håvik (1.5 NM N), Gismarvik (2.6 NM NE), Sund - Karmøy (2.7 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kopervik Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kopervik 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 Kopervik Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kopervik 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.