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Leines Lighthouse

Oc (2) White/Red/Green 8s🇳🇴Steigen, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Leines Lighthouse

A 6m lantern sits on a platform founded on piles. The light's focal height reaches 5 meters. The white tower contains a light with a 8.4 nautical mile range, flashing twice in white every 8 seconds, with red and green sectors. The structure is located on a reef near the south side of the Leinesfjord entrance in Norway. Public access is permitted to the site, but not the tower.

Why it matters: This structure serves as a navigation aid, marking the reef at the entrance to Leinesfjord.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc (2) White/Red/Green 8s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Oc(2) WRG 8s
Focal Height
5m
Geographic Range
8.4NM

Location

City
Steigen
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Nordland
Sea Region
Located on a reef just off the south side of the entrance to the Leinesfjord, Norway.
Latitude
67.7426°
Longitude
14.7987°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Misten(17.5 km)
Admiralty No.
L2616
NGA No.
10904

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
platform
Tower Color
white
Material
piles

Structure: A 6m lantern is mounted on a platform, which is supported by piles.

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 Leines Lighthouse at night?+
Leines displays the characteristic Oc (2) White/Red/Green 8s — 2 white/red/green flashes every 8 seconds. 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 Leines Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Leines Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Leines at 0.9 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Bogøy (12.9 NM NE), Kjerringøy (13.6 NM S), Misten (17.5 NM S), Festvåg (18.2 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Leines Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Leines 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 Leines Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Leines 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.