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Lyngør Lighthouse

F White 60s🇳🇴Tvedestrand, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Lyngør Lighthouse

The Lyngør Lighthouse, established in 1879, features a 17-meter tall, white cylindrical concrete tower topped with a red lantern. Its light reaches a focal height of 21 meters and displays a white flash every 60 seconds (F Fl W 60s). Located on Kjeholmen, it marks the entrance to Lyngørfjord, about 8 kilometers southwest of Risør. The structure comprises the tower, a keeper's house, and an adjacent building. The site was modified in 1946 to include a fog signal. Visitors can access the lighthouse and its grounds, with the former assistant keeper's residence available for lodging.

Why it matters: This lighthouse serves as a primary navigation aid for vessels entering Lyngørfjord. The preserved light station offers historical perspective on maritime traditions and attracts visitors due to its public access.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F White 60s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
White
Interval
60s
Raw Code
F Fl W 60s
Focal Height
21m
Geographic Range
13.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1879

Significant events: rebuilt in 1946 to accommodate a fog signal

Visiting

Open to public
Yes

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
17m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a red lantern
Material
concrete

Structure: square cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery, attached schoolhouse-style to the front of a 2-1/2 story keeper's house

Location

City
Tvedestrand
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Agder
Sea Region
southern tip of Kjeholmen, at the entrance to the Lyngørfjord, about 8 km southwest of Risør
Latitude
58.6362°
Longitude
9.1483°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Risor(6.0 km)
NGA No.
NF-056600
ARLHS No.
NOR-292
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Lyngør Lighthouse at night?+
Lyngør displays the characteristic F White 60s. 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 Lyngør Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Lyngør Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Risør at 5.8 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Tvedestrand (7.3 NM W), Eydehavn (12 NM SW), Litangen (13.7 NM NNE), Snekkevik (14.6 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Lyngør Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Lyngør 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 Lyngør Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Lyngør 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.