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Mandal Lighthouses Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Mandal Lighthouses Lighthouse

This lighthouse consists of an 8-meter lantern structure situated on a platform supported by black piles, with the lantern itself painted white and topped by a red roof. It stands on a skerry just off the Tånes peninsula near Lindesnes, Norway. The focal height of the light is 13.5 meters, and it emits a directional light that shows white, red, or green, with a flash characteristic of two eclipses every 8 seconds. This light has a geographic range of 11.5 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, though the tower structure is closed. The nearest port is Mandal, located 6.9 kilometers away.

Why it matters: Its directional light aids navigation around the skerry, preventing groundings on this rocky outcrop. The design, featuring a lantern on a pile-supported platform, represents an adaptation to its specific environment.

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) 8s
Focal Height
13.5m
Geographic Range
11.5NM

Location

City
Lindesnes
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Agder
Sea Region
Skerry just off the tip of the Tånes peninsula
Latitude
58.0130°
Longitude
7.6685°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Mandal(6.9 km)
Admiralty No.
B2968
NGA No.
1468

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Color
White lantern with a red roof, black piles

Structure: An 8m lantern structure on a platform supported by black piles. The lantern is painted white with a red roof.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Mandal Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Mandal Lighthouses 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 Mandal Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Mandal Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Høllen at 5.9 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Søgne (6.3 NM NE), Mandal (6.4 NM W), FLEKKEROY (11.4 NM ENE), Kvåfjord (11.8 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Mandal Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Mandal Lighthouses 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 Mandal Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Mandal Lighthouses 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.