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Lyngøyholmen Lighthouse

Oc (3) White/Red/Green 12s🇳🇴Frøya, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Lyngøyholmen Lighthouse

Lyngøyholmen is a 6.5-meter lantern structure painted white with a red roof, mounted on a platform supported by piles. It stands on a small island approximately 2.5 kilometers north of Garnvika, off the north coast of Frøya. The lighthouse displays a directional light characterized by three occultations in white, red, or green every 12 seconds. Its focal height is 5.5 meters, providing a geographic range of 8.6 nautical miles. The site is open to visitors arriving by boat, though the lantern structure itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for local maritime traffic, especially fishing vessels, by marking safe channels along Frøya's complex northern coastline. Its distinctive design represents an adaptive engineering solution for its island location.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc (3) White/Red/Green 12s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Oc(3) WRG 12s
Focal Height
5.5m
Geographic Range
8.6NM

Location

City
Frøya
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Trøndelag
Sea Region
small island off the north coast of Frøya, about 2.5 km north of Garnvika
Latitude
63.8161°
Longitude
8.7250°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Nordskaget(7.6 km)
Admiralty No.
L1490
NGA No.
8016

Tower & Structure

Tower Color
white with a red roof
Material
masonry

Structure: A 6.5m lantern, painted white with a red roof, mounted on a platform supported by piles.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Lyngøyholmen Lighthouse at night?+
Lyngøyholmen displays the characteristic Oc (3) White/Red/Green 12s — 3 white/red/green flashes every 12 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 Lyngøyholmen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Lyngøyholmen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Stranda - Frøya at 1.5 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Mausund (3.4 NM NNW), Dyrvik (4.1 NM SE), Siholmen (5.7 NM SSE), Sistranda (6.6 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Lyngøyholmen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Lyngøyholmen 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 Lyngøyholmen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Lyngøyholmen 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.