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Madodden Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Madodden Lighthouse

This 6.5-meter quadrilateral tower, built in 2019, stands white and red on the west side of Skjernøy. It marks a narrow passage between Skjernøy and Ferøy, southeast of Mandal. The light emits two white flashes followed by a red or green signal every 8 seconds, with a focal height of 11 meters. The geographic range of the light is 10.7 nautical miles. The site is accessible by boat and open to visitors, though the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: The light's specific occulting pattern guides vessels through the narrow passage southeast of Mandal, a route used by local boat traffic.

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
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2019

Significant events: Replacement of earlier light structure

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6.5m
Tower Shape
quadrilateral
Tower Color
white and red

Structure: A 6.5m tower with lantern.

Location

City
Lindesnes
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Agder
Sea Region
Located on the west side of Skjernøy, marking a narrow passage between Skjernøy and Ferøy, southeast of Mandal.
Latitude
57.9919°
Longitude
7.4971°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Mandal(2.4 km)
Admiralty No.
B3006
NGA No.
1560
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Madodden Lighthouse at night?+
Madodden 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 Madodden Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Madodden Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Mandal at 1.9 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Kvåfjord (6.7 NM WNW), Høllen (11.1 NM ENE), Båly (11.3 NM WNW), Søgne (11.5 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Madodden Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Madodden 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 Madodden Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Madodden 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.