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Langesund Range Rear Lighthouse

Oc Red 6s🇳🇴Bamble, NOOperational

This concrete lighthouse is a white cylindrical tower standing 9 meters tall with a red roof. It is situated at the end of a short pier at the northern edge of Langesund harbor, providing guidance for southbound vessels. Its focal height reaches 11 meters above sea level. The light emits a red signal with an occulting characteristic, showing a red light on a 6-second cycle. Originally, the light was mounted atop a mast. The site is accessible to the public, though the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: This rear range light, working with a front light 425 meters away, established a precise alignment to guide ships southbound into Langesund harbor.

Characteristic Signature
Oc Red 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
Red
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc R 6s
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Significant events: light moved atop a mast

Open to public
Site open, tower closed
Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a red roof
Material
concrete

Structure: lantern mounted on a concrete column at the end of a jetty

City
Bamble
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Telemark
Sea Region
Located at the end of a short pier at the northern end of Langesund harbor, guiding vessels southbound into Langesund.
Latitude
59.0081°
Longitude
9.7466°
Nearest Port
Langesund(0.2 km)
Admiralty No.
B2620.1
NGA No.
0920
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How do mariners identify Langesund Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Langesund Range Rear displays the characteristic Oc Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Langesund Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Langesund Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Langesund at 0.5 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Skjerkøya (0.5 NM SSE), Stathelle (2.7 NM NNW), Svartebukt (2.7 NM E), Brevik (3.5 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Langesund Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Langesund Range Rear 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.
What shipping routes pass near Langesund Range Rear Lighthouse?+
Langesund Range Rear Lighthouse is located within the Baltic Sea trade route — a vital shipping corridor for trade between Scandinavian, German, Polish, and Baltic state ports. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Langesund Range Rear Lighthouse?+
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