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Mastrafjord Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Mastrafjord Lighthouse

This navigational aid is a 5-meter quadrilateral structure with a lantern, built upon a rubblestone base. It is painted white and features a red roof. The lighthouse stands on the northwestern point of Klosterøy, near Stavanger, within the Rogaland region of Norway. Its focal height is 4.5 meters, and it emits an occulting white, green, and red light on a 6-second cycle. The structure's geographic range extends to 8.2 nautical miles.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for guiding vessels through the Mastrafjord. Its directional light, which changes color, provides specific warnings for mariners navigating complex local channels, thereby ensuring the safety of local fishing fleets and recreational boats.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc WGR 6s
Focal Height
4.5m
Geographic Range
8.2NM

Location

City
Stavanger
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Rogaland
Sea Region
northwestern point of Klosterøy
Latitude
59.1086°
Longitude
5.5959°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
5m
Tower Shape
quadrilateral
Tower Color
white with a red roof
Material
rubblestone

Structure: A 5m structure with a lantern, mounted on a rubblestone base, painted white with a red roof.

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Bru(4.8 km)
Admiralty No.
B3315
NGA No.
2376
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Mastrafjord Lighthouse at night?+
Mastrafjord 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 Mastrafjord Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Mastrafjord Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Rennesøy at 3.1 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include BRU (4.8 NM SSE), Randaberg (5.9 NM SSE), Kvitsøy (6.6 NM WSW), Dusavik (6.8 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Mastrafjord Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Mastrafjord 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 Mastrafjord Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Mastrafjord 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.