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Lille Bremholmen Lighthouse

Fl (2) White/Red/Green 5s🇳🇴Vågan, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Lille Bremholmen Lighthouse

The Lille Bremholmen light stands on a skeletal structure 6.5 meters high, featuring a square platform supported by four straight piles. The structure's lantern is painted white with a red roof, while the piles are black. This light emits a flashing sequence of two white, red, or green lights every five seconds, depending on the direction. Its focal height reaches 24 meters, providing a geographic range of 14.1 nautical miles. Located on a small island south of Kalle, it is approximately 10 kilometers northeast of Henningsvær.

Why it matters: The light's sector characteristic, showing different colors based on bearing, is essential for navigating the intricate waterways near Kalle and Henningsvær, clearly delineating safe channels and warning of hazards.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White/Red/Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl(2) WRG 5s
Focal Height
24m
Geographic Range
14.1NM

Location

City
Vågan
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Nordland
Sea Region
A small island south of Kalle, approximately 10 km northeast of Henningsvær, Norway.
Latitude
68.1786°
Longitude
14.3411°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6.5m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
white with a red roof

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

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Henningsvar(3.1 km)
Admiralty No.
L2894
NGA No.
11536
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Lille Bremholmen Lighthouse at night?+
Lille Bremholmen displays the characteristic Fl (2) White/Red/Green 5s — 2 white/red/green flashes every 5 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 Lille Bremholmen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Lille Bremholmen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Henningsvær at 3.7 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Kabelvåg (3.7 NM ENE), Svolvær Osan (5.4 NM NE), Svolvær (5.9 NM NE), Skrova (7.3 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Lille Bremholmen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Lille Bremholmen 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 Lille Bremholmen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Lille Bremholmen 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.