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Linesund Lighthouse

Oc White/Red/Green 6s🇳🇴Stavanger, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Linesund Lighthouse

A 4-meter stone tower with a white finish and red roof stands on a rubblestone base at Linesund. This quadrilateral structure is situated on a skerry within the narrow Linesund passage, located between the islands of Sokn and Åmøy. Its light displays white, red, and green hues, cycling through a 6-second period. The operational lighthouse has a geographic range of 7.9 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for navigation through the Linesund, a constricted waterway, as its directional light warns mariners of the skerry and guides them through the channel.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc WGR 6s
Focal Height
4m
Geographic Range
7.9NM

Location

City
Stavanger
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Rogaland
Sea Region
A skerry in the Linesund, a narrow passage between the islands of Sokn and Åmøy.
Latitude
59.0440°
Longitude
5.6799°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Bru(0.6 km)
Admiralty No.
B3311
NGA No.
2348

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
4m
Tower Shape
quadrilateral
Tower Color
white with a red roof
Material
stone

Structure: A 4m lantern mounted on a rubblestone base, painted white with a red roof.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Linesund Lighthouse at night?+
Linesund displays the characteristic Oc White/Red/Green 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/red/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Linesund Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Linesund Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is BRU at 0.6 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Randaberg (2.2 NM SSW), Rennesøy (2.4 NM N), Dusavik (2.6 NM S), Stavanger (4 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Linesund Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Linesund 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 Linesund Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Linesund 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.