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Lekangneset Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Lekangneset Lighthouse

This lighthouse stands on the southeastern tip of Senja, Norway, marking a narrow passage between the island of Senja and Lekangsøy. The structure is a 6.5-meter fiberglass skeletal tower. It features a white lantern with a red roof, mounted on a square platform supported by four black piles. The light emits two white flashes on an 8-second cycle, with additional red and green sectors. While the site is open to the public, the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This light is essential for safe navigation through the narrow channel between Senja and Lekangsøy, guiding local maritime traffic through an area with challenging currents.

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
6.5m
Geographic Range
9.1NM

Location

City
Senja
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Troms
Sea Region
Southeastern tip of Senja, marking a narrow passage between Senja and Lekangsøy.
Latitude
69.0287°
Longitude
17.2298°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Lavangen(14.5 km)
Admiralty No.
L3390
NGA No.
12792

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6.5m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
black
Material
fiberglass

Structure: A 6.5m structure consisting of a white lantern with a red roof, mounted on a square platform supported by four black piles.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Lekangneset Lighthouse at night?+
Lekangneset 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 Lekangneset Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Lekangneset Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Dyrøyhamn at 4.6 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Skrolsvik (9.2 NM WNW), Espenesbogen (12.4 NM ENE), Salangsverket (13 NM SE), Sandøya (13 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Lekangneset Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Lekangneset 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 Lekangneset Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Lekangneset 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.