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Lauskjær Lighthouse

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

Also known as: Lauskjær (Range Front)

This 6.5-meter lantern structure, situated on a platform supported by four black piles, guides vessels into and out of the Singlefjord. The lantern itself is painted white with a red roof. Lauskjær's light emits occulting white, red, or green flashes on a 6-second cycle, with sectors providing specific directional guidance. It is positioned on a skerry about 600 meters west-northwest of the Singløy light. The site is open to visitors, though the tower remains closed to the public.

Why it matters: Lauskjær serves as an eastbound range light and provides critical directional guidance for vessels navigating the entrance and exit of the Singlefjord, ensuring safe passage through its complex waterways.

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc WRG 6s
Focal Height
6m
Geographic Range
8.9NM
City
Hvaler
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Østfold
Sea Region
Located on a skerry about 600m west northwest of Singløy light, guiding vessels into and out of the Singlefjord.
Latitude
59.1082°
Longitude
11.1074°
Nearest Port
Hvaler(5.6 km)
Admiralty No.
B2214
NGA No.
0092
Tower Height
6.5m
Tower Color
white with a red roof

Structure: A 6.5 m lantern on a platform supported by four piles. The lantern is painted white with a red roof, and the piles are painted black.

Open to public
Site open, tower closed
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How do mariners identify Lauskjær Lighthouse at night?+
Lauskjær 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 Lauskjær Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Lauskjær Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hvaler at 5.5 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Skjærhalden (6 NM SSW), Fredrikstad (6.9 NM NW), Utgårdskilen (7.6 NM WSW), VIKERKILEN ROAD (8.5 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Lauskjær Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Lauskjær 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 Lauskjær Lighthouse?+
Lauskjær 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 Lauskjær Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Lauskjær 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.