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Lyngholmen Lighthouse

Oc (2) White/Red/Green 8s🇳🇴Gildeskål, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Lyngholmen Lighthouse

Lyngholmen lighthouse is a square tower with a lantern and gallery, standing 6 meters tall. Its focal height reaches 20.5 meters, and it emits a geographic range of 13.3 nautical miles. The light characteristic is two occulting white, red, or green flashes every 8 seconds, changing color with direction. This structure is situated on a small island approximately 10 kilometers west of Fugløy in the Nordland region of Norway. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: Lyngholmen's directional light is essential for guiding vessels through specific channels and around hazards west of Fugløy, contributing to the safety of maritime traffic in this intricate coastal area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc (2) White/Red/Green 8s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Oc(2) WRG 8s
Focal Height
20.5m
Geographic Range
13.3NM

Location

City
Gildeskål
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Nordland
Sea Region
A small island about 10 km west of Fugløy.
Latitude
67.0583°
Longitude
13.6175°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Inndyr(9.6 km)
Admiralty No.
L2492
NGA No.
10604

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
red

Structure: square tower with lantern and gallery

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Lyngholmen Lighthouse at night?+
Lyngholmen displays the characteristic Oc (2) White/Red/Green 8s — 2 white/red/green flashes every 8 seconds. 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 Lyngholmen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Lyngholmen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Inndyr at 9.6 NM to the E. Other ports served include Sørarnoy (9.6 NM ENE), Sund (10.5 NM E), Ørnes (11.6 NM S), Glomfjord (17 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Lyngholmen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Lyngholmen 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 Lyngholmen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Lyngholmen 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.