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Lubbegrunnen Lighthouse

Oc Green 4s🇳🇴Hvaler, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Lubbegrunnen Lighthouse

This modern lighthouse, established in 2009, stands as an 18-meter white post topped with a lantern and gallery. It is distinguished by a narrow green horizontal band encircling the tower and a red lantern roof. The light emits a green occulting signal, flashing once every four seconds, with a focal height of 18 meters. Its geographic range extends to 12.7 nautical miles. The lighthouse is situated in the center of the Løperen strait, a channel separating Kirkøy and Asmaløy islands.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for safe navigation through the Løperen strait, a narrow waterway separating the islands of Kirkøy and Asmaløy. Its light guides vessels through this central channel, preventing groundings and collisions.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc Green 4s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Oc G 4s
Focal Height
18m
Geographic Range
12.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2009

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
18m
Tower Color
White with a narrow green horizontal band, lantern roof red

Structure: An 18m post with lantern and gallery, painted white with a narrow green horizontal band and a red lantern roof.

Location

City
Hvaler
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Østfold
Sea Region
Located in the center of the Løperen, the strait separating Kirkøy and Asmaløy
Latitude
59.0680°
Longitude
10.9678°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Hvaler(3.5 km)
Admiralty No.
B2234.5
NGA No.
145
ARLHS No.
NOR-371
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Lubbegrunnen Lighthouse at night?+
Lubbegrunnen displays the characteristic Oc Green 4s. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Lubbegrunnen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Lubbegrunnen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Utgårdskilen at 3.3 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Hvaler (3.5 NM SE), Skjærhalden (3.7 NM SSE), Fredrikstad (7.4 NM N), VIKERKILEN ROAD (7.6 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Lubbegrunnen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Lubbegrunnen 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.
What shipping routes pass near Lubbegrunnen Lighthouse?+
Lubbegrunnen Lighthouse is located within the Baltic Sea trade route — a vital shipping corridor for trade between Scandinavian, German, Polish, and Baltic state ports. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Lubbegrunnen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Lubbegrunnen 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.