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Mågøy Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Mågøy Lighthouse

The Mågøy Lighthouse is a square wooden tower standing 6.5 meters tall, topped with a red lantern roof. Its focal height reaches 21.5 meters, casting a light with a geographic range of 13.5 nautical miles. The operational light displays three occulting white, red, or green flashes in a 12-second cycle. This structure is located on the southwestern tip of Mågøy island, about 5 kilometers northeast of Harstad. The lighthouse is approximately 1.8 kilometers from the nearest port.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides vessels around the southwestern tip of Mågøy island, a point that can present navigational challenges. Its square wood tower provides a distinctive architectural feature among Norwegian lighthouses.

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
21.5m
Geographic Range
13.5NM

Location

City
Harstad
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Troms
Sea Region
Located at the southwestern tip of the island of Mågøy, approximately 5 km northeast of Harstad.
Latitude
68.8250°
Longitude
16.6183°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6.5m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white with a red lantern roof
Material
wood

Structure: square wood tower with lantern and gallery

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Harstad(1.8 km)
Admiralty No.
L3332
NGA No.
12644
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Mågøy Lighthouse at night?+
Mågøy 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 Mågøy Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Mågøy Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Harstad at 2.3 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include KASFJORD (6.6 NM W), Sandøya (7.6 NM N), Bjarkøy (9.7 NM N), Borkenes (10.2 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Mågøy Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Mågøy 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 Mågøy Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Mågøy 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.