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Kvartelsøy Lighthouse

Oc White/Red/Green 6s🇳🇴Lurøy, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kvartelsøy Lighthouse

Kvartelsøy is a 6.5-meter concrete mast with a lantern and gallery, painted white and topped with a red lantern roof. It is located on a small island west of Ulvøy in Norway's Nordland region. The operational light exhibits a white, red, or green signal on a 6-second cycle, with the color changing based on the direction of approach. This sector light is designed to guide vessels through the complex local waters and mark the passage around the island. The site is accessible by boat, though the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: Kvartelsøy's sector light provides directional warnings, aiding local vessels in navigating the waters west of Ulvøy by indicating clear channels and potential hazards near the island.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc WRG 6s
Focal Height
6.5m
Geographic Range
9.1NM

Location

City
Lurøy
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Nordland
Sea Region
small island west of Ulvøy
Latitude
66.3491°
Longitude
12.5008°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Lovund(3.1 km)
Admiralty No.
L2254
NGA No.
10152

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6.5m
Tower Shape
mast
Tower Color
white with a red lantern roof
Material
concrete

Structure: A 6.5m concrete post with lantern and gallery, painted white with a red lantern roof.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kvartelsøy Lighthouse at night?+
Kvartelsøy displays the characteristic Oc White/Red/Green 6s. 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 Kvartelsøy Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kvartelsøy Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Lovund at 3.3 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Lurøy (9 NM ENE), Stokkvågen (12.1 NM E), TRAENA (13.2 NM NW), Træna (13.2 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kvartelsøy Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kvartelsøy 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 Kvartelsøy Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kvartelsøy 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.