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Lilleholmen Lighthouse

Fl White 30s🇳🇴Solund, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Lilleholmen Lighthouse

The Lilleholmen Lighthouse stands 31 meters tall as a red, cylindrical cast iron tower topped with a lantern and gallery. Its light emits a single white flash every 30 seconds from a focal height of 9.5 meters. This structure is situated on a small island within the Utvær group, east of Solund. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 10.2 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, with the nearest port being Eivindvik, 13.4 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for vessels navigating the Utvær group, a challenging area with numerous islands and reefs.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 30s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
30s
Raw Code
Fl W 30s
Focal Height
9.5m
Geographic Range
10.2NM

Location

City
Solund
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Vestland
Latitude
61.0074°
Longitude
4.6170°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Eivindvik(13.4 km)
Admiralty No.
L0007
NGA No.
4632
ARLHS No.
NOR-264

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
31m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
cast iron

Structure: round cast iron tower with lantern and gallery

Visiting

Open to public
Yes

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Lilleholmen Lighthouse at night?+
Lilleholmen displays the characteristic Fl White 30s. 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 Lilleholmen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Lilleholmen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ytrøy at 4.9 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Solund (7.2 NM ENE), Byrknesøy (9.3 NM SE), Kollsnes Øst (9.5 NM SE), Eivindvik (13.4 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Lilleholmen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Lilleholmen 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 Lilleholmen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Lilleholmen 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.