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Ola-Persøy Lighthouse

Oc White/Red/Green 4s🇳🇴Steigen, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ola-Persøy Lighthouse

Ola-Persøy Lighthouse is a 6.5-meter concrete post situated on the northeastern tip of a small island off the Leines promontory in Nordland, Norway. The structure features a lantern and gallery, painted white with a red lantern roof. Its light characteristic is an occulting white, green, or red light on a 4-second cycle. The lighthouse is operational and serves the sea region near Steigen. Access to the site is possible by boat, though the tower itself is closed to the public. The nearest port, Misten, is 13.2 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The lighthouse's sector light offers precise directional guidance, warning mariners of the northeastern tip of Ola-Persøy island and aiding navigation through the complex waters around the Leines promontory.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 4s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Oc WGR 4s
Focal Height
5.5m
Geographic Range
8.6NM

Location

City
Steigen
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Nordland
Sea Region
A small island off the tip of Leines, a promontory of the mainland, located on the northeastern tip of the island.
Latitude
67.6711°
Longitude
14.7082°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Misten(13.2 km)
Admiralty No.
L2612
NGA No.
10888

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6.5m
Tower Shape
latticed
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: A 6.5m concrete post with lantern and gallery, painted white with a red lantern roof.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ola-Persøy Lighthouse at night?+
Ola-Persøy displays the characteristic Oc White/Red/Green 4s. 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 Ola-Persøy Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ola-Persøy Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Leines at 4 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Kjerringøy (9.4 NM S), Misten (13.2 NM S), Festvåg (14 NM S), Bogøy (17.5 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ola-Persøy Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ola-Persøy 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 Ola-Persøy Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ola-Persøy 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.