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Nyholmen Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Nyholmen Lighthouse

The Nyholmen Lighthouse, a cylindrical 7-meter fiberglass tower, was built and first lit in 2017. Its exterior is painted red, with a white lantern and a red roof. The light emits a white, red, or green flash every six seconds. This modern structure stands at the southwestern tip of Nyholmen, near the port of Bodø. The lighthouse is situated on a small island marking the northern part of Bodø's harbor.

Why it matters: Established in 1875, the lighthouse station guides local shipping around the island's southwestern tip, preventing groundings in potentially hazardous waters.

Background
Nyholmen Lighthouse is a coastal lighthouse in Bodø Municipality in Nordland county, Norway. It is located on the extreme southwestern tip of a small island in the northern part of the harbour for the town of Bodø.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc WRG 6s
Focal Height
7m
Light Range
3NM (5.6 km)
Geographic Range
9.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2017

Significant events: Station established 1875, Current light established 2017

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Bodo(0.4 km)
Admiralty No.
L2537
NGA No.
115-10724
ARLHS No.
NOR-440
Wikipedia
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Wikidata
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
Red tower with white lantern and red roof
Material
fiberglass

Structure: round fiberglass tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Bodø
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Nordland
Sea Region
Extreme southwestern tip of Nyholmen
Latitude
67.2865°
Longitude
14.3647°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Nyholmen Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 7 meters and a nominal range of 3 nautical miles (approximately 5.6 km), Nyholmen is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. As a shorter-range light, it primarily serves nearshore and coastal traffic.
How do mariners identify Nyholmen Lighthouse at night?+
Nyholmen 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 Nyholmen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Nyholmen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Bodø at 0.3 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Kvalvika (0.9 NM NNE), Vikan (6.7 NM SE), Sørarnoy (12.8 NM SW), Festvåg (13 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Nyholmen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Nyholmen 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 Nyholmen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Nyholmen 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.