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Mulodden Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Mulodden Lighthouse

This 5-meter round concrete lighthouse stands at the tip of the Mulodden peninsula, marking the southern entrance to Sandebukta from the Oslofjord, east of Holmestrand. Its base is unpainted stone, topped with a white lantern and gallery, and a red lantern roof. The focal height is 6 meters, and it emits an occulting white, red, and green light with a cycle of 6 seconds. This light provides directional guidance with a geographic range of 8.9 nautical miles. The lighthouse is operational and located 0.9 kilometers from the nearest port, Holmestrand.

Why it matters: The lighthouse provides essential directional guidance for vessels entering and exiting Sandebukta from the Oslofjord. Its distinct white, red, and green light warns mariners about the correct alignment for the entrance.

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
6m
Geographic Range
8.9NM

Location

City
Holmestrand
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Vestfold
Sea Region
Southern entrance to the Sandebukta from the Oslofjord, just east of Holmestrand, at the tip of the Mulodden peninsula.
Latitude
59.4811°
Longitude
10.3495°

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
White lantern and gallery, red lantern roof, unpainted stone base.
Material
concrete

Structure: A 5m round concrete base topped with a white lantern and gallery, featuring a red lantern roof. The base itself is unpainted.

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Holmestrand(0.9 km)
Admiralty No.
B2474
NGA No.
0628
ARLHS No.
NOR-386
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Mulodden Lighthouse at night?+
Mulodden 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 Mulodden Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Mulodden Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Re at 0.5 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Holmestrand (1 NM WNW), Langøya (1.5 NM NE), Horten (5.3 NM SE), Lindås (6.1 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Mulodden Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Mulodden 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 Mulodden Lighthouse?+
Mulodden 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 Mulodden Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Mulodden 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.