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Lyngesøy Lighthouse

Oc White/Red/Green 4s🇳🇴Bodø, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Lyngesøy Lighthouse

The Lyngesøy lighthouse is a 11-meter stone tower with a lantern and gallery, painted white with a red roof. It stands on a skerry approximately 7 kilometers northeast of Grytøy, Norway, serving the Nordland region. Its light has a focal height of 14 meters and a geographic range of 11.6 nautical miles. The light emits an occulting white, green, or red signal on a 4-second cycle, indicating its visibility and color based on direction. This structure is recognized as a historic daybeacon.

Why it matters: This light is important for navigating the intricate coastal waters northeast of Grytøy, where numerous skerries and shallow areas pose significant risks. Its sector light precisely delineates safe channels and warns vessels away from dangerous shoals.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 4s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Oc WGR 4s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Construction & History

Heritage Status
historic daybeacon

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Color
white with a red roof
Material
stone

Structure: rubblestone tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Bodø
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Nordland
Sea Region
Located on a skerry about 7 km northeast of Grytøy, Norway.
Latitude
67.4165°
Longitude
14.0459°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Bodo(10.8 km)
Admiralty No.
L2565
NGA No.
10776
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Lyngesøy Lighthouse at night?+
Lyngesøy displays the characteristic Oc White/Red/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 white/red/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Lyngesøy Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Lyngesøy Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kvalvika at 10.5 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Bodø (10.9 NM SE), Helligvær (11.9 NM W), Misten (15.9 NM E), Festvåg (16.6 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Lyngesøy Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Lyngesøy 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 Lyngesøy Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Lyngesøy 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.