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Northeastern Troms Lighthouses Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Northeastern Troms Lighthouses Lighthouse

This square wooden tower stands 6 meters tall, with its light positioned 7 meters above sea level. Painted white and topped with a red lantern roof, it marks a promontory in Ullsfjord, north of Ravik. The lighthouse emits two flashes of white, red, or green light every 8 seconds, with its color indicating the direction of approach. The geographic range of its light is 9.3 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: The directional light of this lighthouse provides precise guidance, warning vessels away from the projecting promontory and ensuring safe passage through the Ullsfjord.

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
7m
Geographic Range
9.3NM

Location

City
Lyngen
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Troms
Sea Region
Ullsfjord, north of Ravik, marking a promontory
Latitude
69.8468°
Longitude
19.9932°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Djupvik(11.7 km)
Admiralty No.
L3714
NGA No.
13572

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white with a red lantern roof
Material
wood

Structure: square wood tower with lantern and gallery

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Northeastern Troms Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Northeastern Troms Lighthouses 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 Northeastern Troms Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Northeastern Troms Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Lenangen Søndre at 1.8 NM to the S. Other ports served include Lenangsøyra (1.8 NM S), Nordlenangen (5.5 NM NE), Oldervik (8.7 NM SW), Stakkvik (9.2 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Northeastern Troms Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Northeastern Troms 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 Northeastern Troms Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Northeastern Troms 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.