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North Coast (Haugesund Entrance) Lighthouses Lighthouse

F red 2.5s🇳🇴Karmøy, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About North Coast (Haugesund Entrance) Lighthouses Lighthouse

This fiberglass tower, standing 9 meters tall, is painted white with two black horizontal bands and a red roof. It serves the North Coast, marking the entrance to Haugesund from the sea region. The lighthouse emits a red light with a characteristic of F.R. 79, visible for 11 nautical miles. Its focal height is 12 meters above sea level. While the site is accessible to the public, the tower itself remains closed. The nearest port, Haugesund, is located 1.2 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The lighthouse guides maritime traffic safely into Haugesund, a key Norwegian port, navigating the waters of the North Coast.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F red 2.5s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
red
Interval
2.5s
Raw Code
F.R. 79
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Location

City
Karmøy
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Rogaland
Sea Region
North Coast, marking the entrance to Haugesund
Latitude
59.4157°
Longitude
5.2271°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Haugesund(1.2 km)
Admiralty No.
B3558
NGA No.
2868
ARLHS No.
NOR-243

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Color
black
Material
fiberglass

Structure: fiberglass tower colored white with two black horizontal bands; roof is red

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify North Coast (Haugesund Entrance) Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
North Coast (Haugesund Entrance) Lighthouses displays the characteristic F red 2.5s. 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does North Coast (Haugesund Entrance) Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
North Coast (Haugesund Entrance) Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Storøya at 0.2 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Haugesund (1 NM E), Storesund (1.2 NM E), Bøneset - Karmøy (3.4 NM SSE), Avaldsnes (4.1 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is North Coast (Haugesund Entrance) Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, North Coast (Haugesund Entrance) 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.
How can I track vessels near North Coast (Haugesund Entrance) Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near North Coast (Haugesund Entrance) 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.