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Nordøyan Lighthouse

F White 40s🇳🇴Nærøysund, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Nordøyan Lighthouse

Nordøyan Lighthouse was built in 1890 as a stone and cast iron structure. The lighthouse features a 10-meter tall cylindrical tower painted white, with a lantern and gallery mounted on a round stone base. Its focal height reaches 36 meters, emitting a white light with a single flash every 40 seconds. This light has a geographic range of 16.4 nautical miles. The structure now functions as the rear light in a navigational range, with Purkholmen serving as the front light. The island site is accessible to the public, although the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the southwestern extremity of the Nordøyan archipelago, assisting vessels navigating this challenging island group.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F White 40s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
White
Interval
40s
Raw Code
F.Fl W 40s
Focal Height
36m
Geographic Range
16.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1890

Significant events: The light is now listed as the rear light of a range with Purkholmen as the front light.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
stone, cast iron

Structure: round cylindrical cast iron tower with lantern and gallery, mounted on a round stone base

Location

City
Nærøysund
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Trøndelag
Sea Region
Located on a small island at the southwestern end of the Nordøyan (North Islands) about 10 km southwest of the principal island of Vikna.
Latitude
64.7987°
Longitude
10.5474°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Rorvik(17.8 km)
ARLHS No.
NOR-033
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Nordøyan Lighthouse at night?+
Nordøyan displays the characteristic F White 40s. 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 color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Nordøyan Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Nordøyan Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Utvorda at 15.8 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Abelvær (16.6 NM ESE), Rørvik (18.2 NM ENE), Ottersøya (19.2 NM ENE), Ottersøy (19.2 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Nordøyan Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Nordøyan 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 Nordøyan Lighthouse?+
Nordøyan 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 Nordøyan Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Nordøyan 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.