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Moss Area Lighthouses Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Moss Area Lighthouses Lighthouse

This navigational aid stands 5 meters tall with a focal height of 5 meters, located at the entrance to Larkollen on the south side, near Moss, Norway. It features a white tower topped with a red roof, and its operational status is confirmed. The light emits a characteristic of one occultation in white, red, or green every 6 seconds, providing directional guidance. The structure consists of a lantern and gallery mounted on tripod piles. While the site is accessible to the public, the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is important for guiding vessels into the Larkollen area, marking the entrance channel.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc(1) WRG 6s
Focal Height
5m
Geographic Range
8.4NM

Location

City
Moss
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Østfold
Sea Region
Entrance to Larkollen, south side
Latitude
59.3231°
Longitude
10.6678°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Larkollen(0.4 km)
Admiralty No.
B2330
NGA No.
0348
ARLHS No.
NOR-389

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
5m
Tower Color
white with a red roof

Structure: lantern and gallery mounted on tripod piles

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Moss Area Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Moss Area Lighthouses displays the characteristic Oc White/Red/Green 6s — 1 white/red/green flash every 6 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 Moss Area Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Moss Area Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Larkollen at 0.8 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Lervik (3.9 NM SE), Slagen (4.1 NM W), Slagentangen (4.7 NM W), ENGELSVIKEN (4.8 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Moss Area Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Moss Area 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.
What shipping routes pass near Moss Area Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
Moss Area Lighthouses Lighthouse is located within the Baltic Sea trade route — a vital shipping corridor for trade between Scandinavian, German, Polish, and Baltic state ports. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Moss Area Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Moss Area 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.