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Marøy Lighthouse

Oc White/Red/Green 6s🇳🇴Karmøy, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Marøy Lighthouse

Built in 1890, Marøy Lighthouse stands on the south tip of Marøy island, north of Åkrehamn on Karmøy's west coast. The structure comprises a 4-meter octagonal lantern, painted white with a red roof, mounted on a stone pad. Its light exhibits an occulting characteristic with white, red, and green sectors, completing a cycle every six seconds. This light has a geographic range of 11 nautical miles. While the tower is closed to the public, the surrounding site is open, offering access to the location.

Why it matters: Marøy Lighthouse is important for safe passage along the west coast of Karmøy, marking the southern end of Marøy island. Its distinctive light provides directional guidance to vessels in the coastal waters.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc WRG 6s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1890

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white with a red roof
Material
stone

Structure: A 4m octagonal lantern, painted white with a red roof, is mounted on a stone pad.

Location

City
Karmøy
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Rogaland
Sea Region
South tip of Marøy island, north of Åkrehamn, on the west coast of Karmøy.
Latitude
59.2767°
Longitude
5.1791°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Akrehamn(2.0 km)
Admiralty No.
B3532
NGA No.
2796
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Marøy Lighthouse at night?+
Marøy displays the characteristic Oc White/Red/Green 6s. 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 Marøy Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Marøy Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hå at 0.6 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Sævlandsvik (0.6 NM SSE), Åkrehamn (1.7 NM SSW), Vedavågen (2 NM NE), Sund - Karmøy (2.2 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Marøy Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Marøy 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 Marøy Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Marøy 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.