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Langskjæra Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Langskjæra Lighthouse

Langskjæra lighthouse stands on a skerry 1.6 kilometers east-northeast of the Kalholmen light. The structure is a 7-meter square pyramidal stone tower with a lantern and gallery, painted white with a red roof. Its focal height is 10 meters, and it emits an occulting white, red, or green light that occurs once every 6 seconds. The geographic range of the light is 10.4 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for safe navigation in its localized stretch of Norwegian waters, guiding vessels through intricate coastal channels and away from submerged hazards.

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
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Location

City
Frøya
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Trøndelag
Sea Region
Located on a skerry in Norway, approximately 1.6 km (1 mi) east northeast of the Kalholmen light.
Latitude
63.8524°
Longitude
8.4399°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Nordskaget(9.1 km)
Admiralty No.
L1509.8.
NGA No.
8012

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white with a red roof
Material
stone

Structure: square pyramidal stone tower originally with lantern and gallery

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Langskjæra Lighthouse at night?+
Langskjæra 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 Langskjæra Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Langskjæra Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sula at 0.7 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Mausund (6.1 NM E), Stranda - Frøya (7.2 NM ESE), Nordskaget - Frøya (9.1 NM SSE), Dyrvik (11.6 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Langskjæra Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Langskjæra 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 Langskjæra Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Langskjæra 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.