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Oddtaren Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Oddtaren Lighthouse

Oddtaren lighthouse is a 9.5-meter square tower with a lantern and gallery, standing on a shoal southeast of Asen island. Supported by tripod piles, its focal height is 8.5 meters above sea level. The structure displays a directional light with white, red, and green sectors, cycling every 6 seconds. Its geographic range is 9.9 nautical miles. The site is open to visitors, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks a shoal and provides directional guidance for vessels navigating the waterways around Asen island.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc WGR 6s
Focal Height
8.5m
Geographic Range
9.9NM

Location

City
Ørland
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Trøndelag
Sea Region
shoal southeast of the southern tip of the island of Asen
Latitude
63.9104°
Longitude
9.7701°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Lysoysund(3.0 km)
Admiralty No.
L1604
NGA No.
8292

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9.5m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
Lantern white, lantern roof red

Structure: square tower with lantern and gallery, supported by tripod piles

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Oddtaren Lighthouse at night?+
Oddtaren 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 Oddtaren Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Oddtaren Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Lysøysund at 2.9 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Vallersund (3.7 NM S), Valsneset (6.5 NM SSW), Herfjord (8.8 NM NE), Bjugn (9 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Oddtaren Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Oddtaren 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 Oddtaren Lighthouse?+
Oddtaren 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 Oddtaren Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Oddtaren 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.