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Lille Teistholmen Lighthouse

Oc White 6s🇳🇴Senja, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Lille Teistholmen Lighthouse

Also known as: Lille Teistholmen (Range Front)

First lit in 1896, Lille Teistholmen lighthouse stands on a small island about 1 kilometer north of the Kjøbmansøy light. The structure is a 6-meter tall square tower with a lantern and gallery, painted white with a red lantern roof. It exhibits an occulting white light with a 6-second cycle. The focal height of the light is 7.5 meters, providing a geographic range of 9.5 nautical miles. This light serves the waters near Senja, with Ersfjord located 5.5 kilometers away.

Why it matters: Lille Teistholmen is important for guiding vessels navigating the specific waters north of Kjøbmansøy, ensuring safe passage in an area characterized by small islands and potentially tricky channels.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc W 6s
Focal Height
7.5m
Geographic Range
9.5NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1896

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Ersfjord(5.5 km)
Admiralty No.
L3536
NGA No.
13112

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white with a red lantern roof

Structure: square tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Senja
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Troms
Sea Region
A small island about 1 km north of the Kjøbmansøy light.
Latitude
69.4518°
Longitude
17.1403°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Lille Teistholmen Lighthouse at night?+
Lille Teistholmen displays the characteristic Oc White 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 color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Lille Teistholmen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Lille Teistholmen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Skaland at 3.4 NM to the E. Other ports served include ERSFJORD (5.5 NM ENE), Gryllefjord (6.3 NM S), Torsken (6.8 NM S), Senjahopen (7.9 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Lille Teistholmen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Lille Teistholmen 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 Teistholmen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Lille Teistholmen 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.