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Nordholmen Lighthouse

Oc (2) White/Red/Green 8s🇳🇴Vega, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Nordholmen Lighthouse

Nordholmen lighthouse is an 8-meter structure situated on a skerry northeast of the Heimøya light. The lighthouse features a white lantern with a red roof, supported by black piles atop an unpainted, round rubblestone cairn. Its focal height reaches 13 meters, and it emits a white, red, or green light with two occultations every 8 seconds. This light has a geographic range of 11.3 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for safe passage through the waters northeast of Heimøya, warning mariners of the skerry it marks.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc (2) White/Red/Green 8s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Oc(2) WRG 8s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Location

City
Vega
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Nordland
Sea Region
A skerry northeast of the Heimøya light
Latitude
65.6244°
Longitude
11.3859°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Igeroy(18.7 km)
Admiralty No.
L2104
NGA No.
9444

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
White lantern with red roof, black piles, unpainted rubblestone cairn
Material
rubblestone

Structure: An 8m structure consisting of a lantern and gallery supported by four piles atop a round rubblestone cairn. The lantern is white with a red roof, the piles are black, and the cairn is unpainted.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Nordholmen Lighthouse at night?+
Nordholmen displays the characteristic Oc (2) White/Red/Green 8s — 2 white/red/green flashes every 8 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 Nordholmen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Nordholmen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Vega at 15.3 NM to the E. Other ports served include Igerøy (18.7 NM E), Brønnøysund (22.2 NM ESE), Berg (25.2 NM SE), Tjøtta (28.4 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Nordholmen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Nordholmen 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 Nordholmen Lighthouse?+
Nordholmen 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 Nordholmen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Nordholmen 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.