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Kyrkjeholmen Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Kyrkjeholmen Lighthouse

Kyrkjeholmen lighthouse is a 6-meter concrete post supporting a lantern and gallery, painted white with a red lantern roof. It is situated on a skerry approximately 1.6 kilometers south of Kvalsund, off the western tip of Bergsøy in the Møre og Romsdal region of Norway. The light emits white, red, and green flashes on a 5-second cycle, providing directional guidance. Its focal height is 9.5 meters above the water, offering a geographic range of 10.2 nautical miles. The site is accessible by boat, though the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for guiding vessels through the narrow, hazard-filled waters near Bergsøy and Kvalsund, with its colored sector light delineating safe channels.

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
9.5m
Geographic Range
10.2NM

Location

City
Herøy
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Møre og Romsdal
Sea Region
a skerry off the western tip of Bergsøy, about 1.6 km south of Kvalsund
Latitude
62.3286°
Longitude
5.5919°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Fosnavag(1.5 km)
Admiralty No.
L0748
NGA No.
5940

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: A 6m 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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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kyrkjeholmen Lighthouse at night?+
Kyrkjeholmen 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 Kyrkjeholmen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kyrkjeholmen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kvalsund at 0.9 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Fosnavåg (1.5 NM ENE), Eggesbønes (1.7 NM ESE), Mjølstadneset (2.1 NM E), Strand (2.4 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kyrkjeholmen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kyrkjeholmen 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 Kyrkjeholmen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kyrkjeholmen 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.